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Your list of folk and traditional dances

(between September 2, 2010  and  September 2, 2011)

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Boulder Creek, CA: Valley Of the Moon Scottish Fiddling School (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, August 27, 2010 — Saturday, September 4, 2010
Description: Dance, Scottish Fiddling , Guitar, Cello, Piano, Rhythm, Singing
Dance styles include: Scottish dance
Venue: Camp Campbell get a map
Cost: $850 adults, $750 children (age 4-11)
For more information: (phone): (415) 566-4355;
Web: www.valleyofthemoon.org

Plymouth, MA: American Dance and Music Week at Pinewoods (35th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 28, 2010 — Saturday, September 4, 2010
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 and Square dance
Note: Age 15 and up
Venue: Pinewoods Camp (80 Cornish Field Rd) get a map
Cost: $855
For more information: (phone): (413) 268-7426;
Web: www.cdss.org/camp

Plymouth, MA: Square Dance Callers Course (6th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 28, 2010 — Saturday, September 4, 2010
Description: A week long course for contra callers who want to add squares to their repertoire. It will focus on teaching and calling square dances in an effective and confident manner.
Dance styles include: Contra and Square dance
Note: Age 15 and up
Venue: Pinewoods Camp (80 Cornish Field Rd) get a map
Cost: $875
For more information: (phone): (413) 268-7426;
Web: www.cdss.org/camp

Fryeburg, ME: Mainewoods Dance Camp - Week #3 (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, August 29, 2010 — Saturday, September 4, 2010
Description: International folkdance classes and parties, ethnic theme days ( Romanian, Scandinavian, Armenian), talent shows;
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Indian Acres get a map
Cost: $500
For more information: (phone): (517) 351-2158;
Web: www.mainewoodsdancecamp.org

Hebron (Newfound Lake), NH: Swing Out New Hampshire (annual)
Multi-day event: Wednesday, September 1, 2010 — Monday, September 6, 2010
Description: Lindy Hop Swing Dance Camp
Dance styles include: Swing dance
Venue: Camp Wicosuta get a map
For more information: (phone): (415) 419-3536;
Web: www.swingoutnh.com

Friday, September 3, 2010

Ames, IA: Central Iowa Traditional Dance and Music Festival (14th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 3, 2010 — Sunday, September 5, 2010
Description: lively weekend of contras and other traditional dances, music workshops, and more..
Dance styles include: Contra dance
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —
Venue: Iowa State University get a map
For more information: (phone): (515) 292-8590;
Web: danceames.org

Charlestown, RI: Rhythm and Roots Festival (13th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 3, 2010 — Sunday, September 5, 2010
Description: Features zydeco and cajun music and dance styles. 2 dance floors: Main Stage and Dance PavilionDance Pavilion features daytime lessons in cajun, zydeco and swing, and evening fais do do on Sat and Sun nights.
Dance styles include: Cajun dance
Venue: Ninigret Park get a map
Cost: $35-130
For more information: (phone): (888) 855-6940;
Web: www.rhythmandroots.com

High View, WV: Buffalo on the Danube (15th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 3, 2010 — Monday, September 6, 2010
Featuring: Angel Krastev ~ Becky Ashenden ~ Carl Linich ~ Chuck Corman ~ Cristian Florescu ~ Doktorove Banda ~ Donka Koleva ~ Dzhenko Andreev ~ Ivan Handzhiev ~ Julia Borland ~ KabilÉ ~ Larry Harding ~ Larry Weiner ~ Nikolay Kolev ~ Paul Morrissett ~ Roo Lester ~ Sonia Dion ~ Stejar Muntnikolay ~ Stoyan Kostov
Description: International and Scandinavian Dance Weekend with dance, music, and singing classes during the day and parties with live music each evening. Families welcome.
Dance styles include: Balkan and International and Scandinavian dance
Venue: Timber Ridge Camp (Route 1) get a map
Cost: $180-360
For more information: (phone): (301) 466-3018;
Web: www.dancingplanetproductions.com/danube.htm

Julian, CA: Labor Day Dance Away (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 3, 2010 — Monday, September 6, 2010
Featuring: Footloose ~ Jeremy Korr ~ Seth Tepfer ~ The Syncopaths
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: Footloose and the Syncopaths Callers: Seth Tepfer and Jeremy Korr 
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Pre-registration required.
Venue: Cedar Glen Camp (743 Farmer Rd.) get a map
Cost: $280 early (Before 5/30) $300 after
For more information: (phone): (626) 833-2737;
Web: www.caldancecoop.org/ldda

Lac La Hache (100 Mile House), BC: Cariboo Contra Dance Weekend (9th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 3, 2010 — Sunday, September 5, 2010
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Pioneer Center get a map
Cost: $30
For more information: (phone): (250) 392-2432;
Web: wmslk.squaredance.bc.ca
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Rhododendron, OR: Northwest Passage Dance Weekend (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 3, 2010 — Monday, September 6, 2010
Featuring: Goldcrest ~ Joseph Pimentel ~ Night Watch ~ Sue Dupré
Description: In 2010: Contra and English Country Dance. (We always offer contradance as our main offering. Every other year we also feature English Country Dance. Alternate years feature squares, Scandinavian, swing, or other forms.)
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp (Forest Service Road #39) get a map
Cost: $270 per adult (Student and child discounts available)
For more information: (phone): (503) 236-3089;
Web: www.NWPassageDancecamp.org

Saturday, September 4, 2010

Altamont, NY: Capital District Scottish Games (32nd annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, September 4, 2010 — Sunday, September 5, 2010
Description: Scottish dance, music, food spirits, games
Dance styles include: Scottish dance
Venue: Altamont Fairground get a map
Cost: $12
Web: www.scotgames.com

Fairbanks (50 Miles south), AK: Contra Borealis Dance Camp North (annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, September 4, 2010 — Monday, September 6, 2010
Featuring: Groovemongers ~ Robert Cromartrie
Description: Friendly folks, intimate camp in beautiful Interior Alaska: Contras, squares, English, etc.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Lost Lake Boy Scout Camp get a map
Cost: $175 (plus $!5 membership)
For more information: (phone): (907) 457-8957;
Web: www.contraborealis.org

Plymouth, MA: Labor Day Weekend at Pinewoods (68th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, September 4, 2010 — Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Description: English and American dancing in the evening, daytime activities are camper-led.
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Note: Application deadline is July 15
Venue: Pinewoods Camp (80 Cornish Field Rd) get a map
Cost: $170
For more information: (phone): (781) 334-6784;
Web: www.cds-boston.org

Richland, WA: Tumbleweed Music Festival (14th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, September 4, 2010 — Sunday, September 5, 2010
Description: Free, family-oriented music at four outdoor stages on the banks of the Columbia River and an indoor dance floor and music and dance workshops in the Richland Community Center.
Dance styles include: Multiple_style dance
Venue: Howard Amon Park and Richland Community Center get a map
Cost: Free!
For more information: (phone): (509) 528-2215;
Web: www.3rfs.org

Sunday, September 5, 2010

Brattleboro, VT: Labor Day Dawn Dance (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, September 5, 2010 — Monday, September 6, 2010
Featuring: Anna Patton ~ Gene Murrow ~ Jeff Petrovitch ~ Karen Axelrod ~ Kathy Anderson ~ lydia ievins ~ Nils Fredland ~ Nor’easter ~ Notorious ~ Wild Asparagus
Description: English (afternoon) Contra (all night)
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Gibson-Aiken Center (207 Main Street) get a map
Time: 2:30-5:30/8pm-7am
Cost: $25
For more information: (phone): (802) 257-1571;
Web: www.dawndance.org

Edison, NJ: Scandinavian Fest (26th annual)
Featuring: Ed Hendela ~ Eric Olsen ~ Laura Marek ~ Norsewind ~ Pillerkaar ~ Ruth Ann Cunningham ~ Swedish Folk Dancers of New York ~ Vasastjarnen
Venue: NJ Convention and Exposition Center at the Raritan Center get a map
Web: www.scanfest.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 5

Glendale Springs, NC: Contrathon (7th annual)
Featuring: Avant Gardeners ~ Contrarians ~ Dean Snipes ~ Louie Cromartie
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Mountain Music Jamboree (9331 Hwy 16) get a map
Time: 10 am - 10om
For more information: (phone): (423) 913-3246;
Web: www.historicjonesboroughdancesociety.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 5

Randolph, VT: New World Festival (18th annual)
Featuring: Adina Gordon ~ Cantrip ~ David Surette ~ Dent-De-Lion ~ Fiddleheads ~ Gadelle ~ Hot Flannel ~ Jeremiah McLane ~ John Doyle ~ Kimberley Fraser ~ Les Batinses Québecois ~ Lissa Schneckenburger ~ Long Time Courting ~ Lynd Santoro ~ Mary Alice Amidon ~ Midnight Capers ~ Peter Amidon ~ RéVeillons ~ Trio 7
Description: all-day, all-weather festival of Celtic and French Canadian music and dance performed on five stages simultaneously
Dance styles include: Contra and International dance
Venue: Chandler Music Hall get a map
Time: Noon - Midnight
Cost: $25
For more information: (phone): (802) 889-3246;
Web: www.newworldfestival.com
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 5

Friday, September 10, 2010

Atlanta, GA: Fandango! (16th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: Morningside Baptist Church (1700 Piedmont Avenue) get a map
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Buena Vista, VA: Rockbridge Mountain Music and Dance Festival (24th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Saturday, September 11, 2010
Description: Not your usual festival --no contest , no fancy line-up , no crowds. But if you love dancing and old-time music in a mellow setting, it’s the one for you.
Venue: Glen Maury Park get a map
For more information: (phone): (540) 463-5214;
Web: www.rockbridgefestival.org

Goldendale, WA: Simcoe Mountain Music and Dance Camp (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Description: Informal jamming and participant-organized workshops
Dance styles include: Contra dance
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —
Note: Advance registration required
Venue: Brooks Memorial State Park get a map
Cost: $65
For more information: (phone): (509) 773-4277;
Web: community.gorge.net/mcfs/simcoe.htm

High View, WV: Footfall Dance Weekend (4th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Featuring: Adina Gordon ~ Bob Isaacs ~ Contraptions ~ Love Mongrels ~ Night Watch
Description: Contras, squares, waltzes & English; workshops include Dutch Crossing, Cajun, Morris, Hambo, Kerry sets, and singing. Beautiful swimming pool!
Dance styles include: Cajun, Contra, English and International and Scan dance
Note: Minimum age 14, advance registration for full weekend required
Venue: Timber Ridge Camp (Route 1) get a map
Cost: $205 adult, $150 age 14-25
For more information:
Web: footfalldance.com

Honeoye Falls, NY: Turtle Hill Folk Festival (39th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Featuring: Burning Boots ~ Cliff Eberhardt ~ David Francey ~ Mark Stuart ~ Red Rooster ~ Stacey Earle ~ Susan Trump
Description: Small intimate festival featuring folk music and dance
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Marcus Park get a map
For more information: (phone): (585) 234-5044;
Web: www.goldenlink.org

Huntingdon (north of town), PA: Greenwood Furnace Folk Gathering (7th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Greenwood Furnace State Park (Route305 and Route 26) get a map
For more information: (phone): (814) 643-6220;
Web: www.folkgathering.com

Mountain View, AR: Mountain View Dance Festival (31st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Description: Clogging, buck dancing, Irish, Scottish, English, contras, squares, more. Instruction, demos.
Venue: Ozark Folk Center get a map
For more information: (phone): (870) 269-3851;
Web: www.arkansascountrydance.org

Pickens, SC: Moondance (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Featuring: Crowfoot ~ Diane Silver ~ George Marshall ~ Steamshovel
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: filled for ladies
Venue: Table Rock State Park get a map
For more information:
Web: www.harvestmoonfolk.org

Remus, MI: Wheatland Festival (37th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Venue: Wheatland Festival grounds get a map
For more information: (phone): (989) 967-8879;
Web: www.wheatlandmusic.org

Rollins, MT: Bear Hug Mt. Dance Camp (27th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Featuring: Great Bear Trio ~ Sarah Van Norstrand ~ Sleeping Child String Band
Description: Contras, Squares, Couple dances. Canoeing, swimming. Bedtime stories after each evening dance. Dress-up Sat. night theme dinner and dance.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Flathead Lake get a map
Cost: $135
For more information: (phone): (406) 728-6161;
Web: www.missoulafolk.org

Sisters, OR: Sisters Folk Festival (15th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 10, 2010 — Sunday, September 12, 2010
Venue: get a map
For more information: (phone): (541) 549-4979;
Web: www.sistersfolkfestival.com

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Calabasas, CA: Equinox Folk Music, Dance, Storytelling Festival (28th annual)
Description: A celebration of traditional folk music, dance & storytelling with over 300 performances and workshops. Contras, squares, international, clogging, Quebecois, more. Programs for musicians. Arts & crafts faire.
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Soka University Campus (26800 W. Mulholland Hwy) get a map
For more information: (phone): (818) 817-7756;
Web: www.ctmsfolkmusic.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 12

Takoma Park, MD: Takoma Park Folk Festival (33rd annual)
Description: The Dance Stage includes Contra, Balkan, Tango, Swing, Scandinavian, Clogging, Waltz. We have seven stages total presenting many kinds of music and dance, a crafts fair, community group tables, and international food.
Venue: Takoma Park Middle School get a map
Time: 11am -6:30
Cost: free!
For more information: (phone): (301) 589-0202;
Web: www.tpff.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 12

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Port Townsend, WA: Over the Water Hurdy-gurdy Festival and Dance (annual)
Multi-day event: Tuesday, September 14, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Description: includes Bal Folk or French dance
Venue: Fort Flagler State Park get a map
For more information: (phone): (253) 838-2045;
Web: www.overthewater.org

Friday, September 17, 2010

Becket (01223), MA: Swallowtail 32nd Anniversary Celebration
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
— Sponsored by: Swallowtail
Description: A contra and square dance weekend hosted by Swallowtail at Camp Becket (www.bccymca.orgbecketindex.htm), celebrating over three decades of making music together. Joining them will be two great bands with whom they have strong ties - Wild Asparagus and Fiddlestyx. Joining callers Tim Van Egmond (Swallowtail) and George Marshall (Swallowtail & Wild Asparagus) will be Steve Zakon-Anderson (calling with Fiddlestyx).
Dance styles include: Contra and Square and Swing dance
Note: Advanced registration required
Venue: Camp Becket (748 Hamilton Road) get a map
Cost: $259 per person, including lodging and meals.
For more information: (phone): (413) 575-6283;
Web: www.swallowtail.com

Beckwith, WV: Footmad Fall Festival (27th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
— Sponsored by: FOOTMAD
Featuring: The Contrarians ~ Warren Doyle
Dance styles include: Contra and Square dance
Venue: Fayette County Park, 4H Camp get a map
For more information: (phone): (304) 415-3668;
Web: www.footmad.org

Chicago, IL: Chicagoland Fall Ball (annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Chicago Latvian Community Center (4146 N Elston Av) get a map
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (773) 463-2288;
Web: www.ethnicdance.net
Date for 2010: Friday, September 17 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Dodgeville, WI: Squirrel Moon Music and Dance Festival (19th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Featuring: Amy and Maria ~ Changeling ~ Diane Silver
Description: Contras & squares; Music & dance workshops 2010
Dance styles include: Contra and Square dance
Venue: Folklore Village (3210 County Rd. BB) get a map
Cost: $75 (before Aug 30)
For more information: (phone): (608) 259-1812;
Web: sprott.physics.wisc.edu/squirrel

Flagstaff, AZ: Picking in the Pines Acoustic Music Festival (5th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
— Sponsored by: Flagstaff Friends of Traditional Music
Featuring: Cis Hinkle ~ Great Bear Trio ~ The Freight Hoppers
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. Check website for specifics! Pine Mountain Amphitheater is 2 hours from Phoenix, 3.5 hours from Tucson, 4 hours from Las Vegas, and 7 hours from Los Angeles, and 8 hrs from San Diego. the facility is located off exit 337 on I-17; the entrance is on Route 89A.
Dance styles include: Contra, Family and Square and Swing dance
Venue: Fort Tuthill (exit 337 on I-17) get a map
Cost: Please visit website for info on ticket prices
For more information: (phone): (928) 525-1695;
Web: www.pickininthepines.org/index.html

Gibsons, BC: Chehalis Contra Dance Camp (23rd annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Featuring: Avant Gardeners ~ Seth Tepfer ~ Susan Michaels ~ Zollo
Description: Come immerse yourself in dancing, workshops,and music jams in a beautiful natural setting. the camp is located just east of Gibsons, BC, a 40 minute ferry ride from Vancouver.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Registration required in advance.
Venue: YMCA Camp Elphinstone (YMCA Rd.) get a map
For more information: (phone): (604) 738-5540;
Web: www.vcn.bc.ca/vcountry/chehalis

Isles of Shoals (Portsmouth), NH: Star Hampshire Traditional Music and Dance Weekend (19th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Featuring: Dave Langford ~ Karen Axelrod ~ Peter Siegel ~ Rick Mohr
Description: Contras, squares, English Country Dance, rapper sword workshop, 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
Dance styles include: Contra and English and Square dance
Venue: Star Island Conference Center get a map
Cost: $290 for double occupancy
For more information: (phone): (207) 338-0979;
Web: star.nhcountrydance.com

Lexington, MI: Michigan Dance Heritage Fall Camp (24th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Featuring: Cathy Stephens ~ CosmicOtters ~ Rachel Shapiro
Description: A weekend of good friends, delightful dancing, merry music and sweet song at Camp Cavell, near Lexington, Michigan, on the shores of beautiful Lake Huron.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Camp Cavell (Lakeshore Road) get a map
Cost: $125 before July 15; $145 after July 15
For more information: (phone): (810) 359-2267;
Web: www.mdhfall.org

Lincoln, NH: New Hampshire Highland Games (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Description: Gathering of the Clans, Massed Bands, Sheepdog Trials, Celtic World Music Concerts, US National Scottish Fiddle Championships, Highland Dance
Dance styles include: Scottish dance
Venue: Loon Mountain get a map
For more information: (phone): (800) 358-7268;
Web: www.nhscot.org

Louisville, KY: Balance the Belle (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Dance styles include: Contra dance
— (Event cancelled permanantly.) —
Venue: Belle of Louisville get a map
Cost: $60 (preregistered)
For more information:
Web: www.louisvillecontradancers.org

Plymouth, NH: Floating Bridge Music Camp
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Featuring: David Surette ~ Jeremiah McLane ~ Rodney Miller ~ Susie Burke
Venue: Pasquaney Lodge get a map
Cost: $250
For more information: (phone): (802) 765-9904;

Twin Bridges, CA: Echo Summit Dance Camp (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 17, 2010 — Sunday, September 19, 2010
Featuring: Crowfoot ~ Elixir ~ Lisa Greenleaf ~ Nils Fredland
Description: Contras, squares, couple dances.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Advanced registration required, no pets
Venue: Camp Sacramento (Highway 50) get a map
Cost: $215
For more information: (phone): (916) 241-9590;
Web: www.scds.ca

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Manchester, NH: Queen City Ballroom Sept Showcase and Dance Party (annual)
Description: The Queen City Ballroom will host a dance party and showcase on Sunday afternoon, September 19 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. Radisson Hotel in the Armory Room, 700 Elm St, Manchester, NH. Semi-formal dress. DJ’d dance music of all genres. Wooden dance floor. Showcase by Queen City Ballroom Team. Cash bar. Door prizes. Singles and couples welcome. Beginners welcome. Tickets $12 per person if purchased by August 31st; $15 per person if purchased by September 18th; $18 per person at the door. Tickets available at the studio and by mail. Send a self-addressed stamped envelope with payment to QCB Dance Studio, 21 Dow St, Manchester, NH 03101. For more information call 603-622-1500 or visit www.queencityballroomnh.com.
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Venue: Queen City Ballroom (21 Dow St) get a map
Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PM
Cost: $12 per person if purchased by August 31st; $15 per person if purchased by September 18th; $18 per pe
For more information: (phone): (603) 622-1500;
Web: www.queencityballroomnh.com
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 19

Thursday, September 23, 2010

St. Louis, MO: Tamburitza Extravaganza (annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, September 23, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: St. Louis Airport Marriott get a map
For more information:
Web: www.tamburitza.org

Friday, September 24, 2010

Boulder (in Gold Hill 12 mile west of Boulder), CO: Harvest Moon Festival (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 24, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Description: Music Festival weekend with dancing, jamming and singing. Three featured contra dances and a special dance (which means it changes - waltz, Cajun, swing, ...) and workshops. a community weekend (even if your not local). Children are welcomed with a fun Kid’s Coop filled with activities. All participants help keep cost down by doing a chore (most are in the kitchen).
Dance styles include: Contra and Swing dance
Note: Advanced registration required, no pets allowed.
Venue: Colorado Mountain Ranch (10063 Gold Hill Rd) get a map
Cost: $90
For more information: (phone): (303) 786-8502;
Web: www.boulderdance.org/moonfestival

Danbury, NC: Feet Retreat Dance Weekend (28th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 24, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Sertoma 4-H Camp get a map
For more information: (phone): (336) 723-2345;
Web: feetretreat.com/fiddlebow

Darlington, MD: Scottish Weekend at Ramblewood (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 24, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Dance styles include: Scottish dance
Venue: Camp Ramblewood (2564 Silver Road) get a map
For more information: (phone): (410) 922-6369;
Web: www.scottishweekend.org

Hopewell Junction, NY: International and Israeli Folkdance Weekend (21st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 24, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Featuring: Dana Placzek ~ Zeljko Jergan
Dance styles include: Balkan and International and Israeli dance
Venue: Circle Lodge get a map
Cost: $285
For more information: (phone): (516) 921-0003;

Lake George, NY: Adirondack Dance Weekend (15th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 24, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Featuring: Bare Necessities ~ Eric Buddington ~ Jay Ungar ~ Molly Mason ~ Peter Davis ~ Scott Higgs ~ Spare Parts ~ Steve Zakon-Anderson ~ Stuart Kenney ~ Will Mentor
Description: Contras & Squares, Swing & Lindy Hop, English Country, Waltzes
Dance styles include: Contra and English and Square dance
Venue: Silver Bay YMCA Camp get a map
Cost: $244 +
For more information: (phone): (518) 664-6781;
Web: www.danceflurry.org/new/silverbay.html

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Belmont, MA: Facone Benefit Bash (21st annual)
Description: The Folk Arts Center Benefit Bash starts with a concert of original compositions and traditional music in arrangements for classical ensembles, performed by many of the musicians who play for other FAC events throughout the year. the program also features a performance by the young dancers of the ensemble Mladost. After the performances, the chairs are put away and an international folk dance party begins, with live music, featuring dances accessible to all.
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Payson Park Church (365 Belmont Street) get a map
Time: 8 (concert) 9-11:30 (dance)
Cost: $25
For more information: (phone): (781) 662-7475;
Web: www.facone.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, September 25

Binghamton, NY: Antranig Armenian Dance Ensemble
— Sponsored by: Armenian Cultural Society of Binghamton, NY
Description: Antranig is an internationally-acclaimed Armenian dance group which has performed over 40 years. They have a variety in their program of traditional ethnographic dances and stories-in-dance for the enjoyment of all ages. More can be seen on their website: www.antranig.org. the Armenian cultural Society of Binghamton is honored to be hosting this event.
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Binghamton High School (31 Main St.) get a map
Time: 7 PM
Cost: Adults:$25($30 door); Students:$15($18 door); Child 5 & under:free
For more information: (phone): (607) 722-8801;
Web: www.stgregoryarmenianchurch.net
Date for 2010: Saturday, September 25

Harrisburg, PA: Frolic in the Fall (4th annual)
Description: Featuring an hour long dance medley
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: YWCA Camp Reily (500 Fishing Creek Vlley Road) get a map
Time: 11am - 11pm
Cost: $25
For more information:
Web: frolicintheFall.Freeservers.com
Date for 2010: Saturday, September 25

New Bedford (Waterfront), MA: Working Waterfront Festival (7th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, September 25, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Description: Working Waterfront Festival, New Bedford, MA (September 26-27, 2009). an award winning, family friendly event celebrating the history and culture of New England’s commercial fishing industry featuring live music, children’s activities, cooking demonstrations, vessel and harbor tours, fisherman’s contests, author readings, film screenings, local seafood, festival bookstore, maritime artisans marketplace & more. the FREE festival presents all that goes into bringing seafood from the ocean to the table in a way that is hands-on, educational and fun. www.workingwaterfrontfestival.org the 2009 Festival will explore connections between fishermen and farmers in a special program Surf and Turf: Fishermen and Farmers Finding Common Ground. Plans call for an expanded food court, farmers market and cooking demonstrations featuring regional recipes and locally grownharvested foods and much more.
Dance styles include: Contra and International and Swing dance
Venue: Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 3 (MacArthur Boulevard) get a map
Time: 11 am to 7 pm
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (508) 993-8894;
Web: www.workingwaterfrontfestival.org

San Diego, CA: San Diego Oktoberfest (14th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, September 25, 2010 — Sunday, September 26, 2010
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Balboa Park get a map
For more information: (phone): (619) 286-0355;
Web: www.socalfolkdance.org

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Providence (02906), RI: Mostly Waltz RI (Ballroom Scandinavian and Tango)
Featuring: Barbara Pixton ~ Catherine Miller ~ Robert Penny
Description: Mostly Waltz RI invites you to join the whirl at our season opener with live music for waltzing with occasional other couple dances! This dance duplicates Mostly Waltz afternoons that are held in other cities across the country and into Canada. Different waltz tunes and tempos will be played. Every third number will be another kind of couple dance - possibly a hambo, polka, schottische, one-step, zweifacher, or another popular ballroom dance. Most dancers change partners often and we encourage mixing but we don’t force anyone to do anything, so if you want to dance with one person all afternoon that’s fine too! Basic waltz and advanced lessons included! Note: NO partner and NO experience is necessary! Singles and couples are welcome! Admission: $12.00 (Full Time Students under 22 - $5) www.facebook.comhome.php#group.php?gid 104292283942 Date for 2010: Sunday, September the 26th.
Dance styles include: Ballroom, Scandinavian and Swing and Tango dance
Note: *Basic waltz lesson 2:00 - 2:45pm by Helen Silver *Singles and couples are welcome! *Clean soled shoes are recommended. *Beginner friendly! *Casual dress is fine! *Dance mixers are done!
Venue: Jewish Community Center (401 Elmgrove Avenue) get a map
Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Cost: $12.00 (Students under 22 $5.00)
For more information: (phone): (401) 477-4247;
Web: www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=104292283942
Date for 2010: Sunday, September 26

Monadnock FolkLore Society

Friday, October 1, 2010

Coeur d'Alene, ID: Lady Of the Lake Fall Music and Dance Weekend (30th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 1, 2010 — Sunday, October 3, 2010
Featuring: Kgb ~ Laura Mé Smith
Description: The fall weekend features KGB and Laura Me Smith leading contra dancing and music and dance workshops in beautiful northern Idaho. Camp N-Sid-Sen had cabins nestled in the trees on the shore of Lake Coeur D’Alene.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Advanced registration required.
Venue: Camp N-Sid-Sen get a map
Cost: $165
For more information: (phone): (509) 308-6408;
Web: www.ladyofthelake.org

Deposit, NY: Oquaga 2009 (44th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 1, 2010 — Sunday, October 3, 2010
Featuring: Jocelyne Vaillancourt ~ Željko Jergan
Description: Sonia Dion and Cristian Florescu will teach Romanian Dances; Maurice Perez will teach Israeli couple dances.
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Scotts Resort at Oquaga Lake get a map
For more information: (phone): (607) 280-3471;
Web: robersoninternationalfolkdancers.com

Saint Paul, MN: Minnesota Country Dance Weekend (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 1, 2010 — Sunday, October 3, 2010
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Sokol Hall (383 Michigan St) get a map
For more information: (phone): (952) 938-2987;
Web: www.tapestryfolkdance.org/mncoop.htm
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

West River, MD: FSGW Getaway (46th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 1, 2010 — Monday, October 4, 2010
Venue: West River Conference Center get a map
For more information: (phone): (301) 587-2286;
Web: www.fsgw.org

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Fairlee, VT: Strafford Ball (16th annual)
Featuring: Bare Necessities ~ Joanna Reiner
Description: Dress-up ball featuring best-beloved Playford style dances
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: Fairlee Town Hall (75 Town Common Road) get a map
Time: 1pm-4pm, 8pm-11:30pm
Cost: $28
For more information: (phone): (802) 222-5676;
Web: thayer.dartmouth.edu/cgl/ball
Date for 2010: Saturday, October 2

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Dodgeville, WI: Pourparler (2010th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Sunday, October 10, 2010
— Sponsored by: National Folk Organization, CDSS, more
Description: Dance teacher weekend for those who teach in schools, communities.
Venue: Folklore Village (3210 County Rd. BB) get a map
Cost: (approx)
For more information: (phone): (206) 329-4134;
Web: www.nfo-usa.org/pourparler2009.htm
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Edmonton, AB: Western Canadian Hungarian Folk Fest (32nd annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Thursday, October 7, 2010 — Monday, October 11, 2010
Description: Performances, exhibits, food, drink, a market (piac) and the traditional táncház, plus workshops in dance, music and folk-art.
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: get a map
For more information:
Web: www.wchfdf.homestead.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Friday, October 8, 2010

Bloomingdale, NJ: Folk Project Fall Festival (21st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Sunday, October 10, 2010
Featuring: Anne Hills ~ Jean Scully ~ Joe Petraitis ~ Mina Family ~ Percolators ~ Ti’ Acadie
Description: Small, intimate festival--250 attendees maximum. Contra dances, dance workshops, pick-up jams, concerts and more. Near Morristown NJ. Sign up for email updates at web site.
Dance styles include: Contra and Multiple_style dance
Note: Advance registration required.
Venue: Star Lake Camp (286 Macopin Rd) get a map
Cost: $205 (subject to change)
For more information: (phone): (908) 647-4306;
Web: festival.folkproject.org

Ellicott City, MD: Columbus Day Weekend Dance Event (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Sunday, October 10, 2010
Description: Steppin’, Walkin’, Hand Dance, Bop, Line Dance, Ballroom, Swing, Cha-Cha, Strand, 2-Step, Salsa, Rumba, and more ...Dance Workshops, Dance Demonstrations,
Dance styles include: Swing dance
Note: NO ticket sales will take place at the door!
Venue: Turf Valley Golf Resort and Spa
get a map
Cost: $115
For more information: (phone): (312) 446-9822;
Web: www.united2dance.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Fairlee, VT: Oktoberfest International Dance Weekend (50th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Monday, October 11, 2010
Featuring: Ahmet Lleci ~ Pinewoods Band ~ Susan de Guardiola
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Hulbert Outdoor Center (2968 Lake Morey Road) get a map
For more information: (phone): (781) 662-7475;
Web: www.facone.org

Fayetteville, NY: Phylla Mae Fall Fest (13th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Saturday, October 9, 2010
— Sponsored by: Syracuse Country Dancers
Featuring: Jane Knoeck ~ Raz-de-marée ~ Rebecca Lay ~ Rebecca McCallum ~ Tunescape
Description: Contras, English Country Dance and more
Dance styles include: Contra and English and Square dance
Venue: United Church of Fayetteville (310 E. Genesee Street) get a map
Cost: $32 (in advance)
For more information: (phone): (315) 472-0576;
Web: www.syracusecountrydancers.org

Montreal, QC: World Music and Dance Camp (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Monday, October 11, 2010
Dance styles include: International dance
— (postponed) —
Venue: Le Center 7400 (7400 Boulevard Saint Laurent) get a map
Cost: $315
For more information: (phone): (617) 232-4140;
Web: www.worldcamp.us

Santa Barbara, CA: Harvest Moon Dance Festival (23rd annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Sunday, October 10, 2010
Featuring: George Marshall ~ Jeremy Korr ~ The Clayfoot Strutters ~ Wild Asparagus
Description: The newly refurbished Carrillo Ballroom is going to ROCK all weekend long!! Join us in Santa Barbara, CA, with its “best in the west” legendary Sprung Floor, on October 8-10, 2010, for an amazing contra time… Featuring 2 incredible bands!
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Carrillo Ballroom (100 E. Carrillo St.) get a map
Cost: $135
For more information: (phone): (805) 665-8852;
Web: www.sbcds.org/hm

Savannah, GA: Savannah Folk Music Festival (21st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 8, 2010 — Sunday, October 10, 2010
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: City Market and Forsyth Park get a map
For more information: (phone): (912) 651-6417;
Web: www.savannahfolk.org

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Greenfield, MA: Harvest Moon Jam (annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Cajun dance
Venue: Camp Keewanee (Glenbrook Drive) get a map
Cost: $20
Date for 2010: Sunday, October 10 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Black Mountain, NC: Lake Eden Fall Arts Festival (25th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, October 14, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
Description: Artists representing many cultures ; 3 days of concerts, dances, workshops, healing arts, poetry featuring a national poetry SLAM, folk art fair, juried handcraft show, outdoor adventures, and family events in a spectacular Blue Ridge Mountain setting.
Dance styles include: Multiple_style dance
Venue: Camp Rockmont (377 Lake Eden Rd.) get a map
Cost: Day tickets $18 -$35. Weekend Camping Passes $74-120,
For more information: (phone): (828) 68MUSIC;
Web: www.theLEAF.com

Friday, October 15, 2010

Aptos, CA: Fall Frolick (bay Area Country Dance Society) (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 15, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
Description: ECD and display dance weekend, featuring an eclectic mix of dance, music, and singing workshops.
Dance styles include: Contra and English and Other-styles dance
Note: Advanced registration required
Venue: Monte Toyon (220 Cloister Lane) get a map
Cost: $250
For more information: (phone): (510) 654-7974;
Web: www.bacds.org/camps

Lansing, MI: Looking Glass Festival (25th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 15, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
Featuring: Beth Molaro ~ Fiddlefire ~ Tractor Family
Description: Contra dance
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Central United Methodist Church (215 North Capital) get a map
Cost: $55 (tentative)
For more information:
Web: lgmaa.org

Malibu, CA: Camp Hess Kramer Institute Weekend (26th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 15, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
— Sponsored by: Folk Dance Federation of California (South)
Featuring: Andre Montsion ~ Beverly Barr ~ Loui Tucker
Description: This weekend is a lot of fun with workshop, parties, and lots of dancing.
Dance styles include: Balkan dance
Venue: Camp Hess Kramer get a map
For more information: (phone): (310) 202-6166;
Web: us.geocities.com/FDFedSouthInc

Salt Lake City, UT: Wasatch Wiggle Dance Weekend (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 15, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
Featuring: Great Bear Trio ~ Susan Michaels
Description: A wonderful “in town” dance weekend in a beautiful historic building. October is a glorious time of year in Salt Lake City! Most meals provided (Saturday night dinner on your own) and housing with local dancers provided free of charge upon request. Caller’s Intensive Seminar on Friday.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Pre-pay required; walk-ins will not be admitted.
Venue: Ladies’ Literary Club (850 E South Temple) get a map
Cost: $110 ($125 after Sept 1)
For more information: (phone): (801) 278-8765;
Web: www.wasatchwiggle.org

Washington, MA: The Northeast Squeeze-in (21st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 15, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
— Sponsored by: The Northeast Squeeze-In
Description: Major accordion and concertina event with participant-lead workshops, concert, dance, lots of networking, jamming, stuff on display/sales/etc. Accommodations range from deluxe manor rooms to cabins to camping.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Bucksteep Manor get a map
For more information:
Web: www.squeeze-in.org

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Monticello, IL: Illinois All Weekend Barn Dance (27th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, October 16, 2010 — Sunday, October 17, 2010
Description: Two nights! Two Barns!
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Kalyx Center get a map
Time: 7:30
Cost: $5/night
For more information: (phone): (217) 244-9442;
Web: www.prairienet.org/contra

Peterborough, NH: The Peterborough Fall Ball (16th annual)
Featuring: Crowfoot ~ John McIntire ~ Lisa Greenleaf ~ The Moving Violations ~ Old New England ~ Quena Crain ~ Rumblestrip ♫ ~ Steve Zakon-Anderson
Description: An all-day Contra Dance celebrating Fall! 4 bands, 4 callers and 12 glorious hours of contra dancing!
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: soft-soled shoes to protect the floor, please!
Venue: Town House (1 Grove St.) get a map
Time: 12 noon-12 pm
Cost: $22
For more information: (phone): (413) 369-4369;
Web: www.monadnockfolk.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, October 16

Sunday, October 17, 2010

South Amherst, MA: English Country Dance For Advanced Dancers (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Challenging dances for experienced dancers (complete familiarity with dance figures necessary)
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: Munson Library (1046 S East St.) get a map
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 253-0887;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, October 17 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Live Oak, FL: Magnoliafest (annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, October 21, 2010 — Sunday, October 24, 2010
Venue: Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park get a map
For more information: (phone): (904) 249-7990;
Web: www.magmusic.com

Stamford, CT: American Linde Hop Championships (13th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, October 21, 2010 — Sunday, October 24, 2010
Description: classes, dance contests, dance parties
Dance styles include: Swing dance
Venue: Sheraton Stamford Hotel (2701 Summer Stree) get a map
Cost: $99-150
For more information: (phone): (313) 790-2311;
Web: artspectrum.org

Friday, October 22, 2010

Becket, MA: LCFD Autumn Dance Camp (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 22, 2010 — Sunday, October 24, 2010
Description: Contra, English and international dancing
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Camp Chimney Corners get a map
Cost: $205
For more information: (phone): (413) 548-1097;
Web: www.lcfd.org

Charlottesville, VA: Charlottesville Fall Dance Festival (34th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 22, 2010 — Sunday, October 24, 2010
Featuring: Gaye Fifer ~ Notorious
Description: The 34rd Annual Charlottesville Fall Dance Festival features calling and music by Gaye Fifer & Notorious Quartet Saturday and Sunday. Friday night dance with Tickle, Scratch, and Groove and Tom Hinds and Herschel Nelson calling. Primarily a contra dance event, there are also a number of workshops for dancers and musicians offered on Saturday.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: SHOE POLICY: To protect the floor, shoes must be clean, soft-soled, and the heel must be at least 1.5 inches wide. Thanks for your help!
Venue: Walker Middle School get a map
Cost: Full registration is $95.00 per person for all weekend events ($80.00 if registration is postmarked
For more information: (phone): (540) 246-2117;
Web: www.contracorners.com

Springfield (Springfield), MO: Solefest 2010 (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 22, 2010 — Sunday, October 24, 2010
Featuring: Elixir ~ Nils Fredland
Description: Dances. Concert. Workshops. Parties. Notorious Sunday brunch
Dance styles include: Contra and Square dance
Venue: Franciscan Villa (620 W. Scott) get a map
For more information:
Web: www.springfieldcontra.org

Thurmont, MD: Catoctin Mountain Fall Weekend (19th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 22, 2010 — Sunday, October 24, 2010
Description: Concerts, Dances, Song Swaps, Hiking, Swimming, Campfires, & Great Food! All volunteer event
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —
Venue: Catoctin Mountain National Park get a map
For more information:
Web: www.bfms.org

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Elkins, WV: Augusta’s October Old-time Week (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, October 24, 2010 — Sunday, October 31, 2010
Venue: Augusta Heritage Center (100 Campus Dr.) get a map
Cost: $420
For more information: (phone): (304) 637-1306;
Web: www.augustaheritage.com

Rochester, NY: Masquerade Ball (2nd annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: A festive English Country dance, costumes and or masks encouraged, but not required. Music by Tim Ball, Rachel Bell, and Jane Knoeck, calling by Pamela Goddard and Richard Sauvain. Preceded by an experienced English dance workshop 1:30 - 4 pm (familiarity with English figures and style assumed at the workshop). the Ball is a benefit for English Country dancing in Rochester.
Dance styles include: English dance
Note: Advance registration suggested - see website
Venue: Roger Robach Community Center (180 Beach Ave.) get a map
Cost: $30
For more information: (phone): (585) 442-4681;
Web: www.rochestercontra.com
Date for 2010: Sunday, October 24 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Cape Town, (South Africa): International Oriental Dance Festival (5th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, October 28, 2010 — Sunday, October 31, 2010
Dance styles include: Other-styles dance
Venue: Location TBA
For more information: (phone): (011) + 27217012993;
Web: www.iodfcapetown.com

Friday, October 29, 2010

Austin, TX: Fire Ant Frolic Contra Dance Weekend (14th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 29, 2010 — Sunday, October 31, 2010
Featuring: Elixir ~ Nils Fredland
Description: Enjoy Contra Dancing in Austin, Texas over Halloween weekend! We will be dancing to the music of Elixir with Nils Fredland calling. Our dance venue is the Grand Ballroom of “The Mansion”, the largest of its kind in central Texas. the polished oak floor spans over four thousand square feet (two average houses could fit inside!) and the ceiling soars to thirty feet.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Register online at: www.fireantfrolic.com
Venue: Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs (2312 San Gabriel St.) get a map
Cost: Early Registration: $80 until October 1, 2010
For more information:
Web: www.FireAntFrolic.com

Brasstown, NC: Southern Appalachian Square Dance Weekend (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 29, 2010 — Sunday, October 31, 2010
Featuring: Adam Hurt ~ Beth Hartnett ~ (DG supporter) Bob Dalsemer ~ Fiery Gizzard String Band ~ Jim Morrison ~ Luke Richardson
Description: A weekend of Appalachian squares and big circles to old time music. Beginners and experienced dancers welcome
Dance styles include: Square dance
Note: Limited to 50 dancers
Venue: John C. Campbell Folk School (1 Folk School Rd) get a map
Cost: $175
For more information: (phone): (800) 365-5724;
Web: www.folkschool.org

Seattle, WA: Wannadance Uptown (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, October 29, 2010 — Sunday, October 31, 2010
— Sponsored by: Wannadance Uptown
Description: Contras, old-time squares, & couples dance We usually offer at least one session of English Country Dance. Participants are welcome to bring instruments and jam, learn new tunes, and swap the ones they know. The schedule includes tune and style workshops for musicians. Our callers for the weekend will each offer a session on some aspect of calling.
Dance styles include: Contra, English and Square and Multiple_style dance
Note: People who want only ONE thing will be disappointed with Wannadance Uptown. It’s a big mix.
Venue: Leif Erikson, Sons of Norway Hall (2245 NW 57th) get a map
Cost: $130 or so
For more information: (phone): (206) 634-2770;
Web: www.wannadance.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Concord, MA: Fall Favorites (14th annual)
Description: English Country Dance
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: Concord Scout House (74 Walden Street) get a map
Time: 8 - 11:00
Cost: $11
For more information: (phone): (781) 662-6710;
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, October 30

Lawrenceville, NJ: Rum and Onions (31st annual)
Featuring: Bob Pasquarello ~ Rum and Onions ~ Tony Parkes
Description: Contra Dance with Pot Luck and Halloween Costume Grand March
Dance styles include: Contra and Family and Square dance
Venue: Lawrence Intermediate School (66 Eggerts Crossing Rd.) get a map
Time: 2:30 - 11:00
Cost: $20/full day, $10/afternoon, $15/evening; discounts are available for students (with id) and seniors
For more information: (phone): (908) 359-4837;
Web: www.princetoncountrydancers.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, October 30

Friday, November 5, 2010

Indianapolis, IN: Gypsy Moon Ball (26th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 5, 2010 — Sunday, November 7, 2010
— Sponsored by: IndyContra
Description: More dancing: now a full weekend, Friday night, Saturday afternoon and evening, and Sunday morning and afternoon! Registration appreciated but not required. All welcome. Not gender balanced, and walk in for individual sessions available. “Halloween” type costumes suggested (not required) Saturday evening. Friday night at a DIFFERENT location, probably in downtown Indy, tbd as of June. Cabin beds $5!
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Soft soled shoes!
Venue: Camp Belzer (6102 Boy Scout Road) get a map
Cost: ~$50
For more information: (phone): (317) 488-7751;
Web: www.indycontra.org/Dances/Gypsy_Moon_Ball

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Grass Valley, CA: Fall Has Sprung (13th annual)
— Sponsored by: Foothill Country Dancers
Featuring: Contra Sutra ~ Elixir ~ Hot Cider ~ Joyce Miller ~ Nils Fredland ~ Warren Blier
Description: All-day Contra Dance (w/ongoing munchie potluck)
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Grass Valley Veteran’s Auditorium (255 S. Auburn St.) get a map
Time: noon-midnight
Cost: $35
For more information: (phone): (530) 273-3934;
Web: www.foothilldancers.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, November 6

Saratoga Springs, NY: Victorian Ball (15th annual) (unconfirmed)
— Sponsored by: Victorian Social Club
Dance styles include: Vintage dance
Note: Formal, Civil war or Victorian dress requested.
Venue: Canfireld Casino get a map
Cost: $60 ($75 at door)
For more information: (phone): (518) 583-7224;
Date for 2010: Saturday, November 6 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Friday, November 12, 2010

Decatur, GA: Atlanta Dance Weekend (34th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 12, 2010 — Sunday, November 14, 2010
— Sponsored by: Chattahoochee Country Dancers
Featuring: Diane Silver ~ Perpetual E-Motion ♫ ~ Susan Kevra ~ Tidal Wave
Description: Includes Saturday dance workshops (see website for details), musicians’ jam, performers in concert, late-night after-party, Sunday breakfast and more. the CCD Players will once again entertain with “West Side Contra.”
Dance styles include: Cajun and Contra and English dance
Note: Please wear only clean, soft-soled, non-marking shoes. We cannot allow hard-soled shoes or boots. Children who are supervised are welcome in the dance hall.
Venue: Decatur Recreation Center (231 Sycamore Street) get a map
Cost: $65 Early Reg. until 10/18; $75 Late Reg until 11/8; $80 at door
For more information: (phone): (404) 288-6403;
Web: www.ContraDance.org

Kresgeville, PA: Head For the Hills (25th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 12, 2010 — Sunday, November 14, 2010
Description: A hot contra dance every day . . . a long English dance . . . . . .Sunday afternoon chamber music . . . and music and dance workshops for adults and children. Expanded Couple Dance Program(Waltz, Tango, Swing) in new dance hall
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Camp Harlam get a map
Cost: $170
For more information: (phone): (609) 688-0366;
Web: head-for-the-hills.com

Lowell, OR: Danceable Feast Contradance Camp (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 12, 2010 — Sunday, November 14, 2010
Featuring: Canote Brothers ~ Wild Asparagus
Dance styles include: Contra and Swing dance
Venue: SKY Camp (45 minutes east of eugene) get a map
For more information:
Web: www.danceablefeast.org

Nashville, TN: Autumn Leaves International Dance Workshop (27th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 12, 2010 — Sunday, November 14, 2010
Featuring: Sani Rifati
Description: focus on Bulgarian
Dance styles include: Balkan and International dance
Venue: Joe C Davis YMCA Center get a map
For more information:
Web: www.nifddance.com

Oracle, AZ: Dance in the Desert (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 12, 2010 — Sunday, November 14, 2010
Featuring: Lisa Greenleaf ~ Notorious
Description: Contra dancing, music and song workshops
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Triangle Y Ranch Camp get a map
Cost: $195
For more information: (phone): (520) 444-3914;
Web: www.tftm.org

Pittsburgh (Edgewood), PA: Pittsburgh Fall Dance Weekend (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 12, 2010 — Sunday, November 14, 2010
Featuring: Bev Bernbaum ~ Cis Hinkle ~ Great Bear Trio ~ Hu$hmoney
Description: Contra and Squares
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Edgewood Club (1 Pennwood Ave.) get a map
Cost: $70 ($60 before 10/16)
For more information: (phone): (412) 421-9587;
Web: www.pittsburghcontra.org

Saturday, November 13, 2010

Binghamton, NY: Kindred Spirits (6th annual)
Description: Equal mix of Contradance and English Country Dance with some other workshops. the unusual feature is that this is a real mix of the two kinds of dance: a few contras, then a few English, and so on. Roughly equal amounts of each. Caller: Linda Leslie Bands: Contranella (for contra) and Quite Carried Away (for English)
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Note: Clean shoes to keep our good floor good.
Venue: Trinity Episcopal Church (44 Main Street — Enter on Oak Street) get a map
Time: 1.00 pm - 11.00 pm
Cost: $18 pre-paid by Nov.6, 2010, $20 at the door, or $12 per segment (i.e. Sat. afternoon or Sat. evening
For more information: (phone): (607) 798-0787;
Web: www.binghamtondance.org/kindred.htm
Date for 2010: Saturday, November 13

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Greenfield, MA: Fall Frolic (15th annual)
— Sponsored by: Friends of the Guiding Star Grange
Featuring: Bob Isaacs ~ Brendan Carey Block ~ Eric Mcdonald ~ Julie Vallimont ~ Les Z Boys ~ Marguerite Durant ~ Mary Wesley ~ The Moving Violations ~ Nell Wright ~ Nils Fredland ~ Steve Zakon-Anderson
Description: Annual FUNd raising dance sponsored by the Friends of the Guiding Star Grange. For just $20 or more, get admission to this dance and one year of membership in the FGSG!
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect our dance floor.
Venue: Guiding Star Grange (401 Chapman Street) get a map
Time: 2:00-10:00 pm
Cost: $15 dance only; $20 FGSG membership includes admission to dance
For more information:
Web: www.guidingstargrange.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, November 14

Friday, November 19, 2010

Lawrence, KS: Pilgrim’s Progression Dance Weekend (16th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 19, 2010 — Sunday, November 21, 2010
Featuring: Great Bear Trio ~ Nils Fredland
Description: www.lawrencebarndance.org
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Woodlawn School (508 Elm Street) get a map
For more information: (phone): (785) 840-8000;
Web: www.lawrencebarndance.org

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Brattleboro, VT: Brattleboro Playford Ball (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: English Country dance... formal or period dress encouraged
Dance styles include: English dance
Note: Advance registration necessary
Venue: Oak Grove School get a map
Cost: $20
For more information: (phone): (802) 254-9019;
Date for 2010: Saturday, November 20 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Spokane, WA: Fall Folk Festival (15th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, November 20, 2010 — Sunday, November 21, 2010
Description: Dance, music, activitoes and crafts
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Spokane Community College get a map
Time: 11am-10pm
For more information: (phone): (509) 747-2640;
Web: www.spokanefolklore.org

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Peterborough, NH: Thanksgiving Eve Work Up an Appetite Dance (24th annual)
Description: A wonderful evening of dancing every year with a special band.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Town House (1 Grove St.) get a map
Time: 8-11:30
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (413) 369-4369;
Web: www.monadnockfolk.org
Date for 2010: Wednesday, November 24

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Bruceville, TX: Texas Folk Dance Camp (63th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, November 25, 2010 — Sunday, November 28, 2010
Description: Greene Family Camp is located in the beautiful countryside of central Texas, about 120 miles south of Dallas. Various types of accommodations. Jaap Leegwater will present dances of the Balkans. Marie DiCocco and Celest DiPietropaolo will present dances of Italy. Singing with Shirley Johnson. Don Weeda is Camp Band Director. Additional live music by the Homegrown Contra Band and the Slavadillo Quartet. Cuisine by Laura LaGue.
Dance styles include: International dance
Note: Advance registration required.
Venue: Greene Family Camp get a map
For more information: (phone): (512) 453-8936;
Web: www.tifd.org

Watertown, MA: Thanksgiving Dance (31st annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: a spectacular evening of contradances
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: St John’s United Methodist Church (80 Mount Auburn St.) get a map
Cost: $6
For more information: (phone): (781) 665-3835;
Web: mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6
Date for 2010: Thursday, November 25 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Friday, November 26, 2010

Bethlehem, PA: Butter Ball Friday (annual)
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: UU Church of the Lehigh Valley (424 Center Street) get a map
Time: 4-11:30
Cost: $18
For more information: (phone): (610) 868-7432;
Web: www.valleycontradance.org
Date for 2010: Friday, November 26

Rochester, NY: Thanksgiving Dance Weekend (27th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 26, 2010 — Saturday, November 27, 2010
— Sponsored by: Country Dancers of Rochester
Featuring: (DG supporter) David Millstone ~ The Figments ~ TuneScape ~ Will Mentor
Description: Contra, Waltz, English country dance
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Salem United Methodist Church (60 Bittner St.) get a map
Cost: $35
For more information: (phone): (585) 256-2689;
Web: www.rochestercontra.com/?page_id=403

San Francisco, CA: Kolo Festival (59th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, November 26, 2010 — Saturday, November 27, 2010
Description: Two days of dance, singing and music classes, culture lectures, two nights of traditional live dance music in three venues and a Saturday night concert with music and dance exhibitions will immerse you in the Balkans.
Dance styles include: Balkan dance
Venue: Croatian American Cultural Center (60 Onondaga Way) get a map
For more information: (phone): (800) 730-5615;
Web: balkantunes.org/kolofestival
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

West Hartford, CT: Post Thanksgiving Dance (annual)
— Sponsored by: Hartford Community Dance
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: West Hartford Town Hall (50 South Main St) get a map
Time: Lesson: 7:30PM; Dance: 8:00-11:00PM
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (888) 423-0423;
Web: www.hcdance.org
Date for 2010: Friday, November 26

Saturday, November 27, 2010

Greenwich, CT: Post Thanksgiving Contra (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: includes afternoon of challenging contras
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Greenwich Community House (397 Round Hill Road) get a map
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (914) 767-0192;
Web: www.roundhill.net
Date for 2010: Saturday, November 27 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Philadelphia, PA: Butter Ball (annual)
Description: 12 hour dance from noon to midnite: five contra dances in a row with waltz breaks in between.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —
Venue: St.Thomas Indian Church get a map
Cost: $25
For more information: (phone): (215) 438-3346;
Web: www.strutyourstuffing.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, November 27

Friday, December 3, 2010

Essex Junction, VT: Vermont International Festival (18th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, December 3, 2010 — Sunday, December 5, 2010
Description: An international marketplace with over 40 vendors : handcrafts (clothing and accessories, home decor and gift items, pottery, wall-hangings and rugs, holiday decorations, instruments, sculptures, carvings, jewelry); ethnic food booths; and non-stop multi-cultural music and dance.
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Champlain Valley Exposition (Route 15 and Pearl Street) get a map
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (802) 863-6713;
Web: www.vermontinternationalfestival.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Worthington, OH: Winter Warmup (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, December 3, 2010 — Sunday, December 5, 2010
Featuring: Bill Olson ~ Cis Hinkle ~ Notorious ~ Ti’Acadie
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Worthington Community Center (345 East Wilson Bridge Rd) get a map
Cost: $65
For more information:
Web: www.bigscioty.com/warmup.html

Saturday, December 4, 2010

Oakland, CA: No-Snow Ball (24th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Dances are called by Santa Claus and one of his assistants, with music provided by several of Santa’s favorite helpers.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension get a map
Cost: $22
For more information:
Web: www.bacds.org/events
Date for 2010: Saturday, December 4 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Manchester, NH: Queen City Ballroom Holiday Dance Party (annual)
Description: Kick off the holiday season by dancing at Queen City Ballroom’s annual Holiday Dance Party on Sunday, December 6 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. To be held offsite at the Armory of the Radisson Hotel, 700 Elm Street, Manchester. Semi-formal. All ages beginners and beyond. Singles and couples welcome. Contemporary and classic mix of fine recorded ballroom, Latin, and swing music. Showcase. Prizes. Tickets $12 per person until November 22; $15 per person until December 5; $18 per person at the door. Call 603-622-1500 for tickets, or visit www.queencityballroomnh.com for more information.
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Venue: Queen City Ballroom (21 Dow St) get a map
Time: 1:00 to 5:00 PM
Cost: $12 per person until November 22; $15 per person until December 5; $18 per person at the door
For more information: (phone): (603) 622-1500;
Web: www.queencityballroomnh.com
Date for 2010: Sunday, December 5

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Concord, MA: Concord Christmas Cotillion (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Classic contras and 19th century quadrilles. Elegant attire requested. Hors d'oeuvre and dessert potluck.
Dance styles include: English dance
Note: Attendance limited to 150
Venue: Concord Scout House (74 Walden Street) get a map
Cost: $17
For more information: (phone): (781) 272-0396;
Date for 2010: Sunday, December 12 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Providence (02906), RI: Mostly Waltz RI (Ballroom Scandinavian & Tango)
Featuring: Amy Larkin ~ Debby Knight ~ Jim Guinness
Description: Mostly Waltz for RI invites you to.. Join the Whirl at Mostly Waltz RI’s holiday event! Take a break and come on down and join the fun! Our event duplicates Mostly Waltz afternoons that are held in other cities across the country and into Canada. Several waltz tunes and tempos will be played. Every third number will be another kind of couple dance - possibly a hambo, polka, schottische, one-step, zweifacher, or another popular ballroom dance. Most dancers change partners often and we encourage mixing but we don’t force anyone to do anything, so if you want to dance with one person all afternoon that’s fine too!
Dance styles include: Ballroom, Scandinavian and Swing and Tango dance
Note: Basic lesson is taught by Susan de Guardiola! No partner or experience is necessary! Singles and couples are welcome! Casual dress is fine! Dance mixers are included! Clean soled shoes are recommended
Venue: Jewish Community Center (401 Elmgrove Avenue) get a map
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Cost: $12.00 (Full Time Students under 22 - $5)
For more information:
Web: www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=104292283942
Date for 2010: Sunday, December 12

Trenton, NJ: PCD Winter Cotillion (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: The event will begin at 5 PM with a potluck dinner by candlelight, so bring a favorite dish to share. the festivities continue at 6:30 PM with entertainment by local dance teams and carol singing. the Grand March is at 7 PM and is followed by three hours of Contra and English Country Dancing, with a break for a concert by the Cotillion singers and potluck desserts. Music will be by the Avant Gardeners, which consists of Laura Light (fiddle), George Paul (piano, accordion), and David Wiesler (guitar, piano). a cavalcade of local callers will call the dances, with Judi Rivkin as Mistress of Ceremonies. Festive or spiffy dress is encouraged.
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Note: Soft-soled shoes are recommended to protect the wood dance floor
Venue: Trinity Cathedral (801 West State Street) get a map
Cost: $12 for adults and $6 for students
Web: www.princetoncountrydancers.org
Date for 2010: Sunday, December 12 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Aston, PA: Gilron Dance Retreat (13th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Thursday, December 16, 2010 — Sunday, December 19, 2010
Description: Israeli folk dance camp (formerly: Finally Philly)
Dance styles include: Israeli dance
Venue: get a map
For more information: (phone): (301) 762-8978;
Web: www.capitaldance.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Saturday, December 18, 2010

Nelson, NH: Nelson Solstice Celebration (annual) (unconfirmed)
— Sponsored by: Monadnock Folklore Society
Description: Concert and dance with mummers performance and other “seasonal activities,” potluck refreshments.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Nelson Town Hall (7 Nelson Common Road) get a map
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (603) 827-3732;
Web: www.monadnockfolk.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, December 18 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Friday, December 24, 2010

Cambridge, MA: Israeli Dance Marathon (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, December 24, 2010 — Saturday, December 25, 2010
Description: 10 hours of non-stop all request Israeli dancing! 6:00-6:30pm dances for younger kids. 6:30-7:00pm dances for older kids (mostly lines). 7:00-8:00pm Oldies (dances before 1980). 8:00-9:00pm 80s. 9:00pm-4:00am regular program (featuring your requests! bring ‘em!)
Dance styles include: Israeli dance
Venue: MIT Walker Gym (142 Memorial Drive, 3rd floor) get a map
Cost: $10 suggested donation, children $5, students free
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Saturday, December 25, 2010

Melrose, MA: Christmas English Country and Contradance (27th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: A spectacular evening of old favorites from early English Country dances to Contradances; “Chestnuts” are the fare for the evening including Playford dances, Simple Gifts, Lady Walpole’s Reel, Rory O’More, couples dances and many more.
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church (70 W. Emerson St) get a map
Cost: Suggested donation 6
For more information: (phone): (781) 665-3835;
Web: mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6
Date for 2010: Saturday, December 25 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Nelson, NH: Nelson Christmas Dance (10th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Contra dance and dessert potluck
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Nelson Town Hall (7 Nelson Common Road) get a map
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (603) 762-0235;
Web: www.monadnockfolk.org
Date for 2010: Saturday, December 25 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Sunday, December 26, 2010

Berea, KY: Christmas Country Dance School (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, December 26, 2010 — Saturday, January 1, 2011
Description: dance leadership course for adults
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Berea College get a map
Cost: $200
For more information: (phone): (859) 985-3431;
Web: www.berea.edu/peh/dance

Brasstown, NC: Winter Dance Week (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, December 26, 2010 — Saturday, January 1, 2011
Featuring: Anna Gilbert ~ (DG supporter) Bob Dalsemer ~ Carol Ormand ~ Cathie Whitesides ~ Charlie Dyer ~ Daron Douglas ~ David Crandall ~ J.D. Robinson ~ Karen Axelrod ~ Laurie Andres ~ Matthew Duveneck ~ Nathan Morrison ~ Sandy Bradley ~ Susan Kevra ~ Suzannah Park
Description: Contras, squares, English dancing, storytelling, couple dances, singing, jam sessions, a gala New Year’s Eve Dance and more.
Dance styles include: Contra and English dance
Venue: John C. Campbell Folk School (1 Folk School Rd) get a map
Cost: $300 (after Nov. 1: $350)
For more information: (phone): (800) FOLKSCH;
Web: www.folkschool.org

Fort Lauderdale, FL: New Year’s Bash (20th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Sunday, December 26, 2010 — Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Description: Six meals including Gala New Year's Eve Banquet Dinner Pre-New Year's Cocktail Party and special Midnight Dessert. Daily Line and Folk Dancing, Evening Dance Parties, plus much more
Venue: Sunrise Hilton Hotel get a map
Cost: $419
For more information: (phone): 561.901.1200;
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Morgantown, WV: Contradancers’ Delight Holiday (8th annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, December 26, 2010 — Friday, December 31, 2010
Featuring: Beth Molaro ~ Elftones ~ Great Bear Trio ~ Lift Ticket ~ Nils Fredland
Description: “hot” dancing to wonderful music and calling; workshops; game shows. Resort amenities with knee-friendly floor and flexible rates.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Lakeview Resort get a map
Cost: $300-450
For more information:
Web: www.warrendoyle.com

Monday, December 27, 2010

Roanoke, WV: Terpsichore’s Holiday (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Monday, December 27, 2010 — Saturday, January 1, 2011
Description: Contras, English Country, Squares, Round Dances, Morris, Rapper, Drawing, Singing. Kids’ programs (dance, song, nature, wood working, storytelling, arts and crafts, longsword). Nightly contras.
Venue: Stonewall Resort (Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park) get a map
For more information: (phone): (703) 532-6181;
Web: www.danceholiday.net
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Dodgeville, WI: Festival Of Christmas and Mid-winter (63th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 — Saturday, January 1, 2011
Description: Seasonal and cultural celebrations and traditions from around the world, with folk and ethnic dancing, crafts, music, storytelling, culture sessions, fantastic foods, and many other activities!
Dance styles include: Scandinavian dance
Note: Pre Registration is required
Venue: Folklore Village (3210 County Rd. BB) get a map
Cost: $220
For more information: (phone): (608) 924-4000;
Web: www.folklorevillage.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Thursday, December 30, 2010

Kingston, OK: Fiddler’s Dream Music And Dance Camp (11th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Sunday, January 2, 2011
— Sponsored by: North Texas Traditional Dance Society
Description: This all-volunteer event is a 3-day/3-night weekend for callers, dancers and musicians to enjoy each other’s talents and company and get away from it all. the focus is contra dance and related music.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Pre-registration required, maximum 150 capacity
Venue: Cross Point Methodist Camp get a map
Cost: $140-$150
For more information: (phone): (214) 403-2734;
Web: www.nttds.org

Olivebridge, NY: Ashokan New Year’s Dance Fest (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Sunday, January 2, 2011
Description: Music & dance classes, workshops, dance parties, jam sessions, song swaps, delicious food, sauna, & more at a secluded camp in the Catskill Mountains.
Dance styles include: Cajun and Contra and Swing dance
Venue: Ashokan Field Campus get a map
Cost: $495
For more information: (phone): (800) 292-0905;
Web: www.ashokan.org/ashokan/campnyrs.shtml
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Vashon Island, WA: Northwest New Year’s Camp Bash On Vashon (17th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Thursday, December 30, 2010 — Sunday, January 2, 2011
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 and Square and Swing dance
Venue: Camp Sealth get a map
Web: www.bashonvashon.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Friday, December 31, 2010

Beaufort, NC: Bogue Banks Boogie (13th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, December 31, 2010 — Saturday, January 1, 2011
Description: Annual New Year’s Eve Dance with Mando Mafia band, and Diane Silver calling. Involves one overnight in double room, 4 meals in the dining room, workshop and 3 or 4 contra dances. Limited to 100 persons, gender balanced, experienced dancers only. Registration form will be on website in the Fall.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Experienced only, no young children, soft soled shoes, advanced registration required.
Venue: Trinity Center Camp and Conference Center get a map
Cost: $125.00 full plan/ Day plan available
For more information: (phone): (910) 270-3363;
Web: www.wilmingtoncontradance.info

Manchester, NH: “New Year’s Eve” Dance Party! (annual)
Description: Ring in the new year at the Queen City Ballroom’s annual “New Year’s Eve” Dance Party on Thursday, December 31st from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM. Semi-formal. Singles and couples of all dance levels welcome. Dance hosts for single ladies. Fine recorded mix of ballroom, Latin, and swing music. Hats and noisemakers for all guests. a delicious array of hot and cold buffet style hors d’oeuvres and decadent desserts. Champagne or sparkling cider toast at midnight, followed by pastries and coffee. $25.00 per person. Advance ticket sales only. 21 Dow Street, Manchester, NH. Call 603-622-1500 for tickets, or visit www.queencityballroomnh.com.
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Note: advance ticket sales only
Venue: Queen City Ballroom (21 Dow St) get a map
Time: 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM
Cost: $25.00 per person
For more information: (phone): (603) 622-1500;
Web: www.queencityballroomnh.com
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31

Montpelier, VT: First Night Montpelier Community Dance (annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Union School Auditorium (School St.) get a map
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (802) 229-9408;
Web: www.onionriverarts.org/welcome.shtml
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Nelson, NH: Nelson New Year’s Celebration (11th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Potluck and dance
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Nelson Town Hall (7 Nelson Common Road) get a map
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (603) 827-3732;
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

New Britain, CT: New Year’s Eve Party (14th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Ballroom dance
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Venue: Foundation of Special Care (1849 Corbin Ave. — Corner of Osgood Ave.) get a map
Cost: $45
For more information:
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Newton (Center), MA: Fac New Year’s Eve Party (annual)
Featuring: Pinewoods Band
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Trinity Episcopal Church (11 Homer St.) get a map
Time: 9-1:00
Cost: $20
For more information:
Web: www.facone.org
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31

North Yarmouth, ME: New Year’s Extravaganza Dance (13th annual) (unconfirmed)
— Sponsored by: Southern Maine Folk Association
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Wescustogo Hall (32 Walnut Hill Road) get a map
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (207) 865-9014;
Web: www.bluecatmedia.com/contradance
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Norwich, VT: Norwich New Year’s Eve Dance (annual)
Description: New Year’s Eve Contradance, potluck refreshments, singing at midnight.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: soft soled shoes, potluck finger-foods for the break
Venue: Tracy Hall (Main Street and Church Street) get a map
Time: 8:00 pm Contradance
Cost: $15 (Under 16 and over 60 half-price)
For more information: (phone): (802) 785-4607;
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31

Olivebridge, NY: Ashokan New Year’s Dance Eve (annual)
Description: Contras, Squares, Cajun, Lindy & East Coast Swing, Blues, Waltzes & More! (single night of longer festival)
Dance styles include: Cajun and Contra and Swing dance
Venue: Ashokan Field Campus get a map
Cost: $25
For more information: (phone): (845) 246-2121;
Web: www.ashokan.org/ashokan/campnyrs.shtml
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31

Rochester, NY: New Years Eve Contra (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Contra with opening concert
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Covenant United Methodist Church (1124 Culver Rd) get a map
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (716) 425-2960;
Web: www.rochestercontra.com
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

San Diego, CA: San Diego - New Year’s Eve Contra Dance Party (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, December 31, 2010 — Saturday, January 1, 2011
Description: Fantastic New Year’s Eve party in Southern California. We sold out in 2009. LA and out-of-town dancers look forward to this event every year. Dancers are encouraged to bring their favorite finger foods to share. Toast at midnight.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Beginner’s lesson at 7:30 pm.
Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church (3030 Thorn Street) get a map
Time: 8:15 pm - 12:15 am
Cost: $25
Web: sites.google.com/site/sandiegocontradance

Saratoga Springs, NY: Saratoga First Night (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Waltz and tango evening
Dance styles include: Ballroom and and Tango dance
Venue: Museum of dance get a map
Cost: $10
For more information:
Web: www.dancemuseum.org
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Seekonk, MA: Magnolia’s New Year’s Eve Bash (7th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Dance to Magnolia. Zydeco cd's during dessert break. Champagne toast.
Dance styles include: Cajun dance
Venue: American Legion Post 311 (350 Fall River Ave — Rte 114A) get a map
Cost: $17
For more information:
Web: magnoliacajunband.homestead.com/FirstNight.html
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

West Hartford, CT: New Year’s Eve Spectacular (12th annual)
Featuring: Bob Isaacs ~ Perpetual E-Motion ♫
Description: Contra
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: West Hartford Town Hall (50 South Main St) get a map
Time: (6:30 potluck) 8-12:30
Cost: $20
For more information: (phone): (860) 233-6603;
Web: www.hcdance.org
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31

Woodbridge, CT: New Year’s Eve Ballroom Bash (annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Venue: Jewish Community Center of Greater New Haven (360 Amity Road (route 63)) get a map
Cost: $55
For more information: (phone): (203) 526-6843;
Web: www.ctballroomsociety.com
Date for 2010: Friday, December 31 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2010)

Saturday, January 1, 2011

Nashua, NH: New Year’s Day Dance And Potluck Dinner (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Scottish Country Dancing
Dance styles include: Scottish dance
Venue: Church of the Good Shepherd (214 Main St.) get a map
Cost: $5 (plus dish to share)
For more information: (phone): (603) 891-2331;
Web: homepage.mac.com/lonwright/NashuaSCD
Date for 2011: Saturday, January 1 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Northampton, MA: New Year’s Day Candlelight Dinner And Dance (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Scottish
Dance styles include: Scottish dance
Venue: 1st Churches (129 Main St. — use Center St. entrance (across from the Iron Horse)) get a map
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (413) 527-3407;
Date for 2011: Saturday, January 1 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Woodbridge, CT: Hangover Ball (3rd annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: an “Anything Goes” evening of dance
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Venue: Jewish Community Center of Greater New Haven (360 Amity Road (route 63)) get a map
Cost: $8
Web: www.ctballroomsociety.com
Date for 2011: Saturday, January 1 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Portland, OR: Portland Old-time Music Gathering (annual)
Multi-day event: Wednesday, January 12, 2011 — Sunday, January 16, 2011
Description: A 5 day festival featuring mostly old-time southern style fiddling, several concerts and public music parties, dance and music workshops, sing-a-longs, an amazing number of jam sessions, and lots of square dancing to live music. Much of the festival is free.
Venue: McMenamins’ Kennedy School & The Norse Hall get a map
For more information: (phone): (503) 206-0657;
Web: www.bubbaguitar.com/festival/index.html

Friday, January 14, 2011

Durham, NH: Ralph Page Dance Legacy Weekend (25th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 14, 2011 — Sunday, January 16, 2011
Featuring: Bob McQuillen ~ Dudley Laufman ~ Firetruck ~ Lynn Ackerson ~ Peter Siegel ~ Randy Miller ~ Sugar River Band ~ Tod Whittemore
Description: Contra and square dance celebrating New England Tradition
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Memorial Union Building (Main Street) get a map
Cost: $75
For more information: (phone): (603) 659-5612;
Web: web.me.com/peterynh/music/rpdlw.html

Elkins, WV: Augusta’s Wild And Wonderful Weekend (13th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 14, 2011 — Monday, January 17, 2011
Description: A wonderful winter weekend combining dance with the great outdoors; choose dance & music for the entire weekend, or combine outdoors fun and dance.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Randolph County Community Arts Center get a map
Cost: $60
For more information: (phone): (304) 637-2355;
Web: www.augustaheritage.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Ellenville, NY: Stardust Dance Weekend (69th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 14, 2011 — Sunday, January 16, 2011
Description: ballroom tango swing
Dance styles include: Ballroom and Tango and Swing dance
Venue: Nevele Grand Hotel get a map
Cost: $240 (and up)
For more information: (phone): (800) 537-2797;
Web: www.stardustdance.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

New York, NY: Golden Festival (26th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 14, 2011 — Saturday, January 15, 2011
— Sponsored by: Zlatne Uste & Golden Festival Organizing Committee
Description: New York’s largest Balkan music event. Multiple stages with continuous music, Balkan and Middle Eastern refreshments, Balkan arts vendors, as well as beautiful Balkan textiles on display.
Dance styles include: Balkan and International dance
Venue: Good Shepherd School (620 Isham Street) get a map
For more information: (phone): (718) 859-4759;
Web: goldenfest.zlatneuste.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

San Luis Obispo, CA: Contra Carnivale (6th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 14, 2011 — Sunday, January 16, 2011
Featuring: George Marshall ~ Latter Day Lizards ~ Lisa Greenleaf ~ Seth Tepfer ~ Syncopaths ~ Wild Asparagus
Description: Contra Dance weekend with a Mardi Gras theme!
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Veterans’ Memorial Building (801 Grand Avenue) get a map
Cost: $115
For more information: (phone): (805) 783-0112;
Web: www.cccds.org

Saturday, January 15, 2011

Eugene, OR: Veselo Folk Dance Festival (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Saturday, January 15, 2011 — Sunday, January 16, 2011
— Sponsored by: Veselo Community Folk Dancers
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Vets Club get a map
Cost: $50
For more information: (phone): (541) 683-3688;
Web: darkwing.uoregon.edu/~dsimpson/fd/special.html
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Moravia De Chirripo, (Costa Rica): Pura Vida Dance Camp (annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, January 15, 2011 — Saturday, January 22, 2011
Description: Dancing, adventuring and cross-cultural social action project
Dance styles include: Contra, Square and Swing and Other-styles dance
— (come in 2012 for Jay Ungar, Molly Mason, Peter Davis, Harry Aceto Kathy Anderson) —
Venue: Hacienda Albergue get a map
Cost: $975/adult; $765/children 12 and under;
For more information: (phone): (011) + 5182819130;
Web: www.puravidadancecamp.com

Sunday, January 16, 2011

Greenfield, MA: Martin Luther King Weekend Dance (13th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: A rare home area dance with the nationally renowned band Swallowtail, along with special guest caller and musician Bill Olson.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes.
Venue: Guiding Star Grange (401 Chapman Street) get a map
Cost: $10 (students and fixed income, $8)
For more information: (phone): (413) 367-9304;
Web: www.guidingstargrange.org
Date for 2011: Sunday, January 16 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Friday, January 21, 2011

Gulfport, FL: Florida Snow Ball (16th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 21, 2011 — Sunday, January 23, 2011
Featuring: Adina Gordon ~ Crowfoot ~ Dr Groove ~ Seth Tepfer
Description: Contra dance weekend
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Gulfport Casino (5500 Shore Blvd. South) get a map
Cost: $75
For more information: (phone): (727) 823-2725;
Web: www.floridasnowball.com

Madison, WI: Folk Ball Festival Weekend (23rd annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 21, 2011 — Sunday, January 23, 2011
Description: contra, international
Dance styles include: Contra and International dance
Venue: University of Wisconsin (800 Langdon Street) get a map
Cost: extravagant freewill donation
For more information: (phone): (608) 241FOLK;
Web: plantpath.wisc.edu/~tdd/folkball.html
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Yonkers, NY: Mardi Gras Ball (6th annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Cajun dance
Venue: Roosevelt Ballroom (2-8 Hudson St — Philipsburgh Building,) get a map
Cost: $25
For more information:
Web: www.somebodyscreamny.org
Date for 2011: Friday, January 21 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Saturday, January 22, 2011

New Haven, CT: Elm City Assembly (12th annual)
Featuring: (DG supporter) Bruce Hamilton ~ Playford Consort
Description: A Playford/ECD Ball, for experienced dancers
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: St. Thomas’s Episcopal Church (830 Whitney Ave) get a map
Time: 7-11:00
Cost: $28
For more information: (phone): (203) 777-5114;
Web: pantheon.yale.edu/~bfr4/NH.English.html
Date for 2011: Saturday, January 22

Peterborough, NH: Peterborough Snow Ball (19th annual)
Description: The original all-day Contra Dance! 12 glorious hours of dancing from Noon-Midnight! 4 great bands & callers! in order of appearance: Swallowtail with George Marshall calling, Eclectic Dance Orchestra with Kathryn Wedderburn calling, Great Bear Trio with Sarah VanNorstrand calling, and Elixir with Nils Fredland calling.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: soft-soled shoes to protect the dance floor please!
Venue: Town House (1 Grove St.) get a map
Time: 12 noon-12: 00 midnight
Cost: $22
For more information: (phone): (413) 369-4369;
Web: www.monadnockfolk.org
Date for 2011: Saturday, January 22

Friday, January 28, 2011

Fairlee, VT: Winterjam (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 28, 2011 — Sunday, January 30, 2011
Description: International music, dance & winter activities
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Hulbert Outdoor Center (2968 Lake Morey Road) get a map
Cost: $165
For more information: (phone): (781) 662-7475;
Web: www.facone.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Fairlee, VT: Scandinavian Ski-dance Weekend (15th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 28, 2011 — Sunday, January 30, 2011
Description: Cross country skiing and Scandinavian Dancing
Dance styles include: Scandinavian dance
Venue: Hulbert Outdoor Center (2968 Lake Morey Road) get a map
Cost: $220
For more information: (phone): (401) 270-5431;
Web: www.nordic-home.com/skidance
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Saturday, January 29, 2011

Norwich, VT: Hot Dance On A Cold Night (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Contras for experienced dancers
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Tracy Hall (Main Street and Church Street) get a map
Cost: $8
For more information:
Date for 2011: Saturday, January 29 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Saint Croix, (USVI): Tropical Dance Vacation English Week (17th annual)
Multi-day event: Tuesday, February 1, 2011 — Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Featuring: Bare Necessities ~ Brad Foster ~ (DG supporter) Bruce Hamilton
Description: Dancing and sunning in the Tropics
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Christiansted get a map
Cost: $1150
For more information: (phone): (011) + 4135756283;
Web: www.tropicaldancevacation.com

Friday, February 4, 2011

Newport Beach, CA: Laguna Folkdancers Festival (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 4, 2011 — Sunday, February 6, 2011
Featuring: Cristian Florescu ~ Miroslav Bata Marcetic ~ Sonia Florescu
Dance styles include: International dance
Venue: Ensign Intermediate School (2000 Cliff Dr.) get a map
Cost: $48
For more information: (phone): (714) 893-8888;
Web: www.lagunafolkdancers.org

Seattle, WA: Dancing Fool Contradance Weekend (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 4, 2011 — Sunday, February 6, 2011
Featuring: Cis Hinkle ~ Elixir ~ Nils Fredland ~ Notorious
Description: a no-frills, all-thrills dance weekend.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Leif Erikson, Sons of Norway Hall (2245 NW 57th) get a map
For more information:
Web: www.dancingfool.net

Seattle, WA: Seattle Balkan Fest (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 4, 2011 — Sunday, February 6, 2011
— Sponsored by: Balkana Dance Ensemble
Dance styles include: Balkan and International dance
Venue: Eagles Hall (6205 Corson Ave S.) get a map
Cost: $99
For more information: (phone): (425)-486-4494;
Web: www.seattlebalkanfest.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Sunday, February 6, 2011

Santa Cruz, CA: Noon To Moon: The Santa Cruz Non-dawn Dance (annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Portuguese Hall (216 Evergreen St) get a map
For more information:
Web: santacruzdance.org
Date for 2011: Sunday, February 6 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

Saint Croix, (USVI): Tropical Dance Vacation Contra Week (17th annual)
Multi-day event: Wednesday, February 9, 2011 — Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Featuring: George Marshall ~ Lisa Greenleaf ~ Wild Asparagus
Description: Dancing and sunning in the Tropics
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Christiansted get a map
Cost: $1150
For more information: (phone): (011) + 4135756283;
Web: www.tropicaldancevacation.com

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Cranston, RI: Mardi Gras Ball (19th annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Zydeco. Costume optional with prizes for best costumes
Dance styles include: Cajun dance
Venue: Rhodes On The Pawtuxet get a map
Cost: $35 ($30 advance)
For more information: (phone): (401) 783-3926;
Web: www.mardigrasri.com
Date for 2011: Saturday, February 12 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Palm Desert, CA: Greek Festival. (16th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Saturday, February 12, 2011 — Sunday, February 13, 2011
Description: Dance lessons, mouth- watering Greek lamb chops, Gyros, kabobs, heavenly, honey drenched Pastries, Greek Salads, Appetizers, Imported Greek Wine/Beer, Greek coffee, Authentic market place, kids zone & guided church tours.
Dance styles include: Balkan dance
Venue: St George Greek Orthodox Church get a map
For more information: (phone): (760) 832-2824;
Web: www.palmdesertgreekfest.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Friday, February 18, 2011

Corvallis, OR: Corvallis Contra Weekend (7th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 18, 2011 — Sunday, February 20, 2011
Featuring: Diane Silver ~ Joyce Miller ~ Tidal Wave ~ Zollo
Description: In-town dance weekend, two contra bands, two contra callers, dance, music, and (sometimes) calling workshops. Home hospitality available. Pot-luck snacks Friday and Saturday night. Meals NOT provided.
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Note: Advance registration required.
Venue: First United Congregational Church (4515 SW West Hills Rd) get a map
Cost: About $65
For more information: (phone): (541) 250-0213;
Web: cfs.peak.org

Gainesville, FL: Dancing With The Gods Weekend (annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 18, 2011 — Sunday, February 20, 2011
Description: contra dance weekend
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Thelma Boltin Center (516 NE 2nd Ave.) get a map
Cost: $75
For more information: (phone): (352) 219-8907;
Web: godsdance.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Houston, TX: Bayou Bedlam (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 18, 2011 — Sunday, February 20, 2011
Featuring: House Red ~ Scott Higgs
Description: contra
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Sokal Hall (1314 W. Patton — just west off Highway 45 in the Heights) get a map
For more information: (phone): (713) 426-5831;
Web: www.bayoubedlam.org

Knoxville, TN: Knoxville Cabin Fever Weekend (16th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 18, 2011 — Sunday, February 20, 2011
Featuring: Carol Ormand ~ Contrazz ~ Syncopaths
Description: Save the Date! February 12-14, 2010 Knoxville Dance Weekend, Cabin Fever 2010 with Notorious! the flyer and registration will be available in November 2009. www.knoxvillecontradance.org
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: University of Tennessee Campus (1502 W Cumberland Ave) get a map
Cost: $75
For more information:
Web: www.knoxvillecontradance.org

Saratoga Springs, NY: Dance Flurry (24th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 18, 2011 — Sunday, February 20, 2011
Featuring: Atwater-Donnelly ~ Bob Isaacs ~ Brasstown 2011 ~ Clayfoot Strutters ~ Crowfoot ~ Curley Taylor ~ David Kaynor ~ (DG supporter) David Millstone ~ Duke Robillard Band w ~ E-Motion ~ Eternal Tango Trio ~ Fern Bradley ~ France Moreau ~ Hanna Richardson ~ Hector Del Curto ~ Jay Ungar ~ Linda Leslie ~ Liz Donaldson ~ McNamara’s Band ~ Molly Mason ~ Nightingale ~ Perpetual E-Motion ♫ ~ Peter Macfarlane ~ Pinewoods Band ~ Rebecca Lay ~ Retumba! ~ Spare Parts ~ Sunny Crownover ~ Tenor Madness w ~ Triskele ~ Yves Moreau ~ Zydeco Trouble
Description: Dance and Music festival offering Contras, squares, swing, international folk, and cajun dances, workshops, concerts, jams and song sessions.
Dance styles include: Contra, English and International and Swing dance
Venue: Convention Center (522 Broadway) get a map
For more information: (phone): (518) 292-0133;
Web: www.danceflurry.org

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Buena Vista, CO: Stellar Days and Nights: a Rocky Mountain Dance Adventure (7th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, February 24, 2011 — Sunday, February 27, 2011
Featuring: Andrea Earley Coen ~ John Devine ~ Nils Fredland ~ Notorious ~ Steve Hickman ~ Wendy Graham
Description: Three nights of Contra dancing, Music & dance workshops during the day, Colorado hot springs and skiing, Incredible ambiance & scenery
Dance styles include: Contra and Swing dance
Note: Space is limited. Pre-registration required
Venue: Adventure Unlimited Ranch get a map
Cost: $290
For more information: (phone): (719) 221-9630;
Web: www.stellardaysandnights.org

Friday, February 25, 2011

Cape Girardeau, MO: Chance Dance (2nd annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 25, 2011 — Sunday, February 27, 2011
Description: Traditional Contra Dance weekend featuring Euphor (U4)and New Bad Habits. {Late night Blues and Swing by the Side Street Steppers}, Open Calling, 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 and Square dance
Note: No Restrictions
Venue: American Legion Hall (2731 Thomas Drive) get a map
Cost: $45 for advance registration; $55 after advance registration deadline
For more information: (phone): (573) 334-4706;
Web: chance-dance.angelfire.com

Ellenville, NY: Stardust Dance Weekend (69th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 25, 2011 — Sunday, February 27, 2011
Description: ballroom tango swing
Dance styles include: Ballroom and Tango and Swing dance
Venue: Nevele Grand Hotel get a map
Cost: $240 (and up)
For more information: (phone): (800) 537-2797;
Web: www.stardustdance.com
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Pasadena, CA: Fiddling Frog Dance Festival (22nd annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, February 25, 2011 — Sunday, February 27, 2011
— Sponsored by: california dance cooperative
Description: Contra
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Pasadena Masonic get a map
Cost: $130
For more information: (phone): (626) 303-1136;
Web: www.caldancecoop.org/cgi/frogdriver.cgi
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Saint Paul, MN: Twin Cities Playford Ball (annual) (unconfirmed)
— Sponsored by: Minnesota Country Dance Coop
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: Mount Olivet Luthern Church get a map
For more information: (phone): (612) 823-5082;
Web: www.gbronline.com/dancefolks
Date for 2011: Saturday, February 26 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Friday, March 4, 2011

Burnaby, BC: Raincoast Ruckus (16th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, March 4, 2011 — Sunday, March 6, 2011
Description: Contras, English, Waltzes, Swing
Dance styles include: Contra dance
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —
Venue: Bonsor Recreation Complex (6550 Bonsor Avenue) get a map
Cost: $72
For more information: (phone): (604) 730-5903;
Web: www.vcn.bc.ca/vcountry/ruckus

Eugene, OR: Eugene Irish Cultural Festival (8th annual) (unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, March 4, 2011 — Saturday, March 5, 2011
Dance styles include: Celtic dance
Venue: Sheldon High School get a map
For more information: (phone): (541) 346-4363;
Web: www.eugeneirishfest.org
(This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Lava Hot Springs, ID: Lava Meltdown (annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, March 4, 2011 — Sunday, March 6, 2011
— Sponsored by: BFMS Contra Dance
Featuring: Nils Fredland ~ Perpetual E-Motion ♫
Dance styles include: Contra dance
Venue: Lava Hot Springs Senior Center & Community Buildin (150 North Center) get a map
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: tba
For more information: (phone): (435) 760-3030;
Web: www.lavameltdown.info

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Nashua, NH: Winter Gala Dinner & Dance Annual (2nd annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Ballroom dance
Note: Pre purchase before March 2 is appreciated, limited sales at door. Call if you have questions.
Venue: Crown Plaza (hotel) (2 Somerset Parkway) get a map
Cost: $40. per person dinner & dance
For more information: (phone): (603) 673-4360;
Web: opportunitynetworks.org
Date for 2011: Saturday, March 5 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Pahoa (Kehena Beach), HI: Tropical Dance Vacation English Week (annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, March 5, 2011 — Saturday, March 12, 2011
Description: English dancing and sun in the tropics
Dance styles include: English dance
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —
Venue: Kalani Oceanside Retreat (RR2) get a map
Cost: $950
For more information: (phone): (413) 575-6283;
Web: www.tropicaldancevacation.com

Watertown, MA: Boston Playford Ball (28th annual) (unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: English dance
Venue: Perkins School for the Blind get a map
Cost: $30
For more information: (phone): (617) 524-8869;
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Date for 2011: Saturday, March 5 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

Friday, March 11, 2011

Binghamton, NY: Grand Emerald Ball (annual) (unconfirmed)
Description: Blue and Grey ball ‘Period Dress’ is requested.
Venue: Phelps Mansion (Court Street) get a map
Cost: $15
For more information:
Web: photo31efdny.tripod.com/civilwarsociety/cws.htm
Date for 2011: Friday, March 11 (This event unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2011)

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