Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts
Music and Dance for the Maine community
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
Colby College Contra Dance Club Presents our Winter Contra Dance. We are excited to finally be inviting the community back to our campus. The dance will take place in Studio 1 of Colby College's New Gordon Center on Friday 23 February from 8-10pm. All are welcome.
Contra Dance with music by Big Moose. All dances taught by caller Chris Ricciotti. Beginners, families, experienced dancers welcome.
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom. Come dance with us to one of our favorite bands from away. Bring your family and friends. Newcomers are always welcome. — Caller: Maggie Robinson. Band: Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price). — We're sorry to say that Cojiro will not be able to play for […]
Jud Caswell presents “A Morning Cordial Retrospective” Award-winning singer-songwriter, Jud Caswell, will perform at the Brunswick UU Church for their Concerts for a Cause series on February 24, 2024 at 7:30 pm to raise money for Midcoast New Mainers Group and Oasis Free Clinics. This concert will be a "Morning Cordial Retrospective" celebrating the […]
The Huddled Masses Orchestra is a raucous eight-piece brass band that plays in the Serbian and Romani style. We play line and circle dances “from the Old Country.” Our dance events are "Village Style," which means simple dances events such as would be done by townsfolk in the town square on a feast day or […]
Join us the Fourth Sunday of every month from 3-5pm at the Lubec Brewing Company, 41 Water. St in Lubec. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam – come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels […]
Join the Oyster Creek Fiddlers and Fred Gosbee and Julia Lane for our new 2024 contradance series at the Willing Workers Hall in Bristol, Maine. All dances taught! Suggested donation $5-$10. All proceeds to benefit Fisherman’s Relief Fund.
Playing jigs, reels, hambos, waltzes, marches, etc. Music traditions include contradance tunes, Irish, Scottish, Quebecois, Swedish, Southern. Fiddles, guitars, accordions, concertinas, mandolins, dulcimers, etc. welcome. We also have a keyboard available. Many of our tunes come out of the on-the-go collections – Portland, Waltz Books, Fiddlers Fake Book, Fiddlers Repertoire. We love to try tunes […]
We have monthly Contra Dances as part of our 150th celebration! Feb. 25th 3-5:30p! “String Equinox- Shana Aisenberg, Beverly Woods and Gale Johnsen” Contra Dances every 4th Sunday every month! 13 Elm St - Freeport ME 04032 #freeportmaine #contradance #mainecontradance #mainegrange #nationalgrange #grangestrong #freeportgrange #livemusic
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]
Join us at Artsworth for our Leap Year Listening Room Concert and Dance with Kotwica. Folk music from the Baltic to the Black Sea and Beyond will include Ukrainian, Polish, Greek, Armenian, Jewish, Macedonian, Slovakian and Breton songs and dances. All dances will be taught.
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]
Join us on the first Friday of every month at the Newfields Town Hall in Newfields NH for an evening of high-spirited fun. Be sure to arrive early for the newcomer lessons at 7:30 PM to brush up on your dance skills or learn the basics. Dancing starts at 8:00 PM.
Potluck 5:30-6:30, Family dance 6:30-7:30, Contra Dance 7:30-9:30 Maggie Robinson, Calling Ellen Gawler, Leading the All-comers Band Benjamin Foss, Guitar Adm $7-$10, Family $15-$25 under 5 and musicians free Dance Repertoire 2023-2024 BEG INT Mari's Wedding, Galway Belle, Peg 'O Brien, Bonnie Tammie, Daleigh's, Finnigan's Wake Angeline […]
This contra dance is part of the Celebration of Life for Victoria Kane who died on December 1, 2023 after living with Alzheimer's Disease for 10 years. The dance is free & open to the public. Donations to Alzheimer's Association Longest Day Fundraiser 2024 are requested.
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]
Come join Kaity Newell and the Oyster Creek Fiddlers for the 2024 series of community contradances at the Damariscotta Baptist Church Fellowship Hall located at 4 Bristol Rd. at the intersection of Rt. 129 and Business Rt. 1. Dance 6:30-8:30 with potluck at 5:30. This is a community dance and all dances will be taught! […]
Traditional New England contra dance at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra dance band, Some Reel People. All dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith. This is a fun and […]
Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]
Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Music and Movement in the Classroom ~ Chrissy Fowler leads a session at the 20th anniversary party for the Maine Association for the Education of Young Children (MaineAEYC.org) ~ 6:00 - 8:00 pm at St. Joseph’s College in Standish, ME ~ Join us for two-hours of joyful learning and community connection with networking and social […]
A monthly contra dance in Portland, Maine. Event details at www.CommonFloorContra.dance
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
English country dancing returns to 317! A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, […]
Special 3rd Friday dance while the Brooks dance is on winter break ~ Program partnership with the Rockport Opera House and the Town of Rockport 6pm All Comers Band Warmup | 6:30-7:30 Community Dance: Chrissy Fowler calling with the All Comers Band | 8-11 pm Contra Dance: Lisa Greenleaf calling with Eloise & Co. (Becky […]
Helen Chamberlain will call--music by Maisy Newell, Eric Dayan and their amazing fiddling children Elijah, Benton, Daisy and Solomon. All-comers band family dance 6:30-7:30. Contras 8-10:30
Celebrate traditional music and dance in Maine. Dance all day - contras, waltz, stepdance, Zweifacher, Cajun, English & more - plus workshops, jam sessions & family fun. Featuring Eloise & Co. with Lisa Greenleaf calling and Ben Foss, Bennett Konesni, and Noah Fishman with Hannah Chamberlain calling. Please see the DEFFA Festival page to volunteer […]
The Randolph Mountain Club is sponsoring a Cabin Fever Reliever Square and Contra Dance with music by the Better Late Than Never Band, Eric Rolnick calling. Suggested donation at the door is $10.00, children under 14 years are free. Refreshments will be served, all are welcome!
Sorry, no Contra Dance in Cherryfield this month! We will try again on the third Saturday in April!
A time to sing together before the Survivors' Dance. All abilities welcome!
1:00 - 4:00 pm: Contradance with Eloise & Company with Lisa Greenleaf calling
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
End of session potluck (at 6 pm) and dance party (starting around 6:45). A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but (generally) less physically demanding, ECD […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
Bagaduce Music is thrilled to present the Heartwood Trio, a captivating group known for their powerful vocals, captivating harmonies, and heartfelt connection to the natural world. On March 23rd in Blue Hill, the trio will offer an immersive workshop and concert experience, inviting participants to explore the joy of singing and build community through music. […]
This event has been cancelled due to predicted storm conditions.
This event has been cancelled due to predicted storm conditions. Come join this dynamic group of young fiddlers, accompanied by Ben Foss on guitar, led by well known Maisie Newell. Let them lift you off the dance floor with their sparkly collection of tunes with feisty delivery. Come early for the Family Dance and/or join […]
Elsie & Ethan will appear in a house concert at Belfast Cohousing & Ecovillage, 25 Village Road in Belfast on Saturday, March 23, at 7:00 pm. Elsie Gawler and Ethan Stokes Tischler deliver original and traditional songs and tunes from the rich musical traditions of New England, Quebec, their Celtic influencers, and Scandinavia. Their sound […]
Come welcome Spring! Contra Dance Saturday March 23 in Bar Harbor. Music by Big Moose band. 7-10pm Beginners, families, all dancers welcome. All dances will be taught by caller Chris Ricciotti 34 Mt. Desert Street. Bar Harbor. $10 adults. (207)288-4245 [email protected] https://www.jesuplibrary.org/
Every 4th Saturday at the Keith Anderson Community Building in Orono, ME.
Bagaduce Music is thrilled to present the Heartwood Trio, a captivating group known for their powerful vocals, captivating harmonies, and heartfelt connection to the natural world. On March 24th in Belfast, the trio will offer an immersive workshop and concert experience, inviting participants to explore the joy of singing and build community through music. Composed […]
Join us the Fourth Sunday of every month from 3-5pm at the Lubec Brewing Company, 41 Water. St in Lubec. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam – come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels […]
Join the Oyster Creek Fiddlers and Fred Gosbee and Julia Lane for our new 2024 contradance series at the Willing Workers Hall in Bristol, Maine. All dances taught! Suggested donation $5-$10. All proceeds to benefit Fisherman’s Relief Fund.
Armenian / Eastern European Folk Dance ~ Special program of folk dancing led by Carolyn Rapkievian, with music and singing by Kotwica, 3:00 - 5:00 pm at the UU Church, 37 Miller St, Belfast. Admission $15-20 sliding scale. Program partnership with the Makers Guild of Maine. (Program partnership with the Makers Guild of Maine) Carolyn is […]
Playing jigs, reels, hambos, waltzes, marches, etc. Music traditions include contradance tunes, Irish, Scottish, Quebecois, Swedish, Southern. Fiddles, guitars, accordions, concertinas, mandolins, dulcimers, etc. welcome. We also have a keyboard available. Many of our tunes come out of the on-the-go collections – Portland, Waltz Books, Fiddlers Fake Book, Fiddlers Repertoire. We love to try tunes […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, challenge short- and long-term memory, and […]
Join us as we begin our fifth Saturday Dance series plus one Sunday afternoon dance July 7, 2024. in the beautiful and comfortable East VASSALBORO Grange. All dances taught, Tasty pot luck accompanies each dance. All dancers welcome Pot Luck at 6 pm . beginner dance 7 -7:30 Main dance 7:30 to 10pm.. Elen Gawler […]
Pop Contra Dance Party! Back by popular demand. The fabulous Chris Ricciotti will be calling over his remixed pop/rock/dance tunes! Also known as techno contra, alternative contra, crossover contra... don't miss! Dress up in your best party gear if you like... More details to come soon! Saturday March 30th 7pm - 10:30pm Contra Dance ($10-$20 […]
Maine’s most renowned folk group, Schooner Fare, will be performing at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick on March 30th, 2024 at 7:30 pm as part of the UUCB Concerts for a Cause series to raise money for Midcoast New Mainers and Oasis Free Clinics. Brothers Chuck and Steve Romanoff launched Schooner Fare with the […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
Come dance mid-week with us on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7.15pm at The Gatherings in Surry! Have fun dancing for a couple of hours while helping out our local beginner callers, where they will practice calling dances, doing walkthroughs etc. We'll also be helping one another with flourishes and sharing other contra dancing tips […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, challenge short- and long-term memory, and […]
Traditional New England contra dance at the Central Hall Commons, 152 East Main Street, Dover-Foxcroft, 04426, from 7-10 pm. Just fun and friendly folks and wonderful dances! Music will be provided by our wonderful local contra dance band, Some Reel People. All dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith. This is a fun and […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]
Come join Kaity Newell and the Oyster Creek Fiddlers for the 2024 series of community contradances at the Damariscotta Baptist Church Fellowship Hall located at 4 Bristol Rd. at the intersection of Rt. 129 and Business Rt. 1. Dance 6:30-8:30 with potluck at 5:30. This is a community dance and all dances will be taught! […]
Join us on the first Friday of every month at the Newfields Town Hall in Newfields NH for an evening of high-spirited fun. Be sure to arrive early for the newcomer lessons at 7:30 PM to brush up on your dance skills or learn the basics. Dancing starts at 8:00 PM.
On Saturday, April 6th, please come join us for the first ever Cumberland County Contra Dance at the West Cumberland Community Hall! Caller: Hannah Chamberlain Band: Emily Troll, Max Newman and Eric Boodman Location: 115 Blackstrap Road, Cumberland, ME 04021 (parking to the side and back of the hall - PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN […]
Music by the Racket Factory with John McIntire calling the dances. Held at the St. Joseph Parish Hall, 130 Quebec St.
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
A living tradition, ECD has for centuries served as a means of community interaction, exercise for the body and mind, and practice of the social graces. Related to New England contra dancing and Scottish country dancing, but generally less physically demanding, ECD is a great way to make friends, challenge short- and long-term memory, and […]
Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]
Community Dance 6pm - 6.45pm ... 2nd Saturdays in Surry at 6! This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages, Bennett Konesni of Bagaduce Music heads up the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you'd like to play with us! […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
A monthly contra dance in Portland, Maine. Event details at www.CommonFloorContra.dance
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]
Come dance mid-week with us on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 7.15pm at The Gatherings in Surry! Have fun dancing for a couple of hours while helping out our local beginner callers, where they will practice calling dances, doing walkthroughs etc. We'll also be helping one another with flourishes and sharing other contra dancing tips […]
You don’t have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy Scottish dancing! Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun... any age, singles or couples... all are welcome! Experienced social class, year-round: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 […]
Learn to dance to the lively jigs, reels and hornpipes, and to the elegant strathspeys, unique to Scottish music. Join the fun… any age, singles or couples. There is a time at 6:00 for beginners and newer dancers to learn patterns. Contact Patti Tillotson at 207 841-3232 or [email protected] to confirm.
Frank Ferrel and the Ferrel Cats with Ellen Hodgkin calling. We dance 3rd Fridays at Trinity Commons, 247 Bates St in Lewiston. Lesson at 7, dancing from 7:30-10. Please bring a water bottle and clean, dry shoes for dancing. Potluck snacks at the break.
The Brooks Contra Dance returns for 2024 with a very special combination! The Pine Tree Flyers (Katie McNally, Emily Troll, Neil Pearlman, Owen Marshall) will be joined by caller Chris Ricciotti to kick off the season here in Brooks. The Pine Tree Flyers are top shelf masters of New England dance music, and Chris is […]
The Cherryfield Contra Dance will be happening on Saturday, April 20th from 7 to 10pm as the Cherryfield Academy welcomes multi-instrumentalist Benjamin Foss and Friends to come fill the Hall with music and caller John McIntire sets the room in motion! Everyone is welcome! All ages, all abilities! All the dances are taught. No need […]
On Saturday, April 20th at 7:30 pm, the legendary Chris Smither will perform at the Unitarian Universalist of Brunswick for their Concerts for a Cause series. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to Mid Coast New Mainers Group and Oasis Free Clinics. Chris Smither is a folk/blues singer, guitarist and songwriter who has been performing for almost 60 […]
On Saturday, April 20th at 7:30 pm, the legendary Chris Smither will perform at the Unitarian Universalist of Brunswick for their Concerts for a Cause series. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to Mid Coast New Mainers Group and Oasis Free Clinics. Chris Smither is a folk/blues singer, guitarist and songwriter who has […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dance of Scotland. We meet weekly to learn and enjoy the dances. All dances are taught. We recommend soft soled, flexible shoes. Bring a water bottle. There is usually a beginner/preview session at 5 p.m., check to be sure it is on.
Are you ready? Somatic Liberation movement and dance is performance art for the soul. We gather weekly on Monday Mornings at the Ballroom in Harrison from 10:00- 12:00. And in the evening on the first Friday of each month. $10 suggested donation. Come and go at any time- there is no lateness. *IMPORTANT We take […]