Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts
Music and Dance for the Maine community
Join us at the glamorous and family friendly East Vassalboro Grange for our fifth Saturday Contra Dance. All dances are called; Lani Palm is caller with Benjamin Foss and friends […]
Special guest caller Dudley Laufman with Some Reel People contra dance band. All dances taught.
August 5 ~ Fri: Flying Shoes on First Fridays ~ ABCD: Another BFS Community Dance! Come dance in the park on the Armistice Footbridge (rain location tbd), with contras, longways […]
Finnish dancing, family fun, polka, schottish, waltz, hambo, foxtrots and specialty dances at the Finn Hall, Rte 15, Monson. All dances taught. Live music: Alexandra: accordion, Kermit: mandolin, Sam: guitar, […]
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
Special guest caller Dudley Laufman, music by Some Reel People. All dances taught. Refreshments provided. Thanks to generous donors, admission is free but donations are encouraged.
The Kennebec Contra Dance is Coming Back! Come join us for an outdoor dance celebration and picnic at Wind Dance Farm (63 Case Road in Winthrop). The dance floor will […]
Scandinavian Music & Dancing with renowned Finnish band, Frigg, at the Boathouse on Steamboat Landing. Learn some Scandi dances at the worskshop! Dance to stellar “Nordgrass” music! Before the event, […]
Belfast Summer Nights & Belfast Flying Shoes present a Scandinavian dance with Finnish supergroup Frigg, Saturday, Aug 13, at 7:00 pm at the Belfast Boathouse on Steamboat Landing. The seven […]
Maine Fiddle Camp IS BACK at our new location, Pilgrim Lodge, in West Gardiner, Maine Go to the MFC web page for lots more info: Maine Fiddle Camp
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For […]
NOTE: Due to weather forecasts, this event has been moved to The Grange at 15 Whitman St. in Norway. The Garden Variety Band with Kathryn Larson calling will be having […]
Finnish dancing, family fun, polka, schottish, waltz, hambo, foxtrots and specialty dances at the Finn Hall, Rte 15, Monson. All dances taught. Live music: Alexandra: accordion, Kermit: mandolin, Sam: guitar, […]
IMPORTANT: THERE ARE REQUIREMENTS FOR ATTENDING THIS EVENT. PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE ATTENDING: https://www.commonfloorcontra.dance/policies A contra dance... Calling by Harris Lapiroff Music by Ed Howe and Friends Beginner lesson at […]
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a Community Dance on Fri, Sept 2, in the outdoor pavilion at the Waldo County YMCA. Chrissy Fowler calling with Benjamin Foss, Toki Oshima, and the […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance... When: Friday, September 9th (yes, it's a friday) Beginner lesson at 7pm Contra from 7:30 to 10pm $10 to $20 sliding scale […]
Come join us for our next OUTDOOR dance Sunday afternoon, September 11, 2022 RAIN DATE: Sunday, September 18 2:30-3:00 Newcomers’ Orientation 3:00-6:00 Contra Dance 6:00-sunset Potluck picnic social Come early […]
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For […]
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked (for now). Dancing starts at 7:00 For […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a Community Dance and Contra Dance in the Waldo County YMCA pavilion, Fri, Oct 7. The 6:00 community dance features Chrissy Fowler and the All Comers […]
Bring a friend and don a costume for out 5th Saturday October 29th Bootacular Contra Dance at the glamorous and delightful Vassalboro grange . Pot Luck at 630 pm with […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Maggie Robinson Band: The Ferrel […]
Vassalboro Grange 5th Saturday Halloween Contra October 29th October 29 , 6:30 pm – 9:45 pm Bring a friend and don a costume for our 5th Saturday October 29th Bootacular Contra Dance at the […]
IMPORTANT: THERE ARE REQUIREMENTS FOR ATTENDING THIS EVENT. PLEASE READ THEM BEFORE ATTENDING: https://www.commonfloorcontra.dance/policies A contra dance… Caller: Liz Nelson Music: Pine Tree Flyers (Katie McNally, Emily Troll, Owen MarshalL, Neil […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, November 4. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers […]
We are re-starting the dances in Otisfield after a too long hiatus. A bit of a change in format, we are initially going to hold the dances on Sunday afternoons. […]
It has been 9 months that the community has made us dance. This last dance is a Big Thank You to ALL, the musicians, the callers and the dancers. Thank […]
Contradance cancelled
Belfast Flying Shoes and the Rockport Opera House present a special evening of participatory dance on Saturday, November 19. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance. We've foraged the very best for you this month... it's WILD ASPARAGUS season and you'll want to savor the incredible New England […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Come dance with us on the Saturday of Thanksgiving Weekend. Share the joy! 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a special First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, December 2, to celebrate the 17th anniversary of the local arts nonprofit's monthly dance series. […]
Come for some great rollicking fun to the Cherryfield Contra Dance on Saturday, December 3rd from 7 to 10pm! The American Legion Hall in Cherryfield will see the convergence of […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Special Boxing Day dance. In December, we always dance on the 26th. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm […]
We are restarting our Community Dances in Otisfield, the band for this month is Birds on a Wing. Plenty of parking on our newly paved parking lot at 292 State […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. We have a crew full of Maine performers for your dancing and listening enjoyment! When: Sunday, December 18, 2022 […]
An evening of contra dancing to bring in 2023. Two callers: Hannah Chamberlain Maggie Robinson. Two bands: Pam Weeks, Bill Olsen, Jim Joseph Ben Foss, Willy Clemetson $20 at the […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, January 6. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers […]
Reel excitement is happening this Saturday, January 7th from 7 to 10pm at the First Saturday Cherryfield Contra Dance! The anticipated return to our home hall at the Cherryfield Academy […]
It's time for another Portland Contra Dance! Music: Emily Troll with an Open Band Caller: Chrissy Fowler YOU CAN PLAY IN THE OPEN BAND! Click for details See our website for more […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be […]
On Saturday January 28, from 6-9 pm, Eastport Arts Center will host the Moose Island Contradance Etc. (MICE) band, a talent pool of Washington County’s finest musicians featuring Alice Schuth […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Calling by Chris Ricciotti. Music by Willy […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Join Alyssa Adkins and Alex Hennings for an evening of waltz! We'll teach some fun connection exercises and flourishes, followed by open waltzing. Schedule: 6:15 Show Up 6:30 Waltz Workshop […]
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 […]
Here is something to put on your calendar that should pull you away from that hungry woodstove. Get on out and bring yourself to another First Saturday Cherryfield Contra Dance […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
A Portland church is hosting a one-off contra dance this Friday. It might be more on the casual/family end of the spectrum. Live band, Hannah Chamberlain calling, and it's free!
Community Contra Dance, Otisfield community hall at 292 State Route 121. Plenty of parking. Music provided by Birds on a Wire, dances are called by Kathryn Larson. Instruction at 3, […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Ballroom Come dance to Cojiro: a duo of folk musicians from Massachusetts creating modern trad music. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Dearest Dancers, You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. We’re thrilled to welcome Chimney Swift from Boston! Farthest Field farmer Alyssa Adkins will be calling some […]
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 […]
Building community in the funnest of ways! We would be so happy to have you join us for the Cherryfield Contra Dance taking place on Saturday, March 4th from 7 […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Suggested donation $10, […]
Music is an integral part of Scottish Country Dancing, and it consists of more than just strathspeys, jigs and reels! Through dancing, listening, and discussion, the workshop will explore, compare […]
Music by Puckerbrush Band, Called by Kathryn Larson. Come enjoy a rousing afternoon with your friends, family, date, or just come over. Plenty of parking.
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. Caller: Lisa Greenleaf Band: Stomp Rocket ♬♫ ♬ ♪ ♩ 𝅗𝅥 Bethany Waickman Dave Langford Glen Loper When: Sunday, March […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Ballroom Come join this dynamic group of young fiddlers, with two-time Scottish fiddle Champion Owen Kennedy, and fabulous Ben Foss on guitar, led […]
The Finnish Farmers Club of Monson presents a combined traditional Finn/Contra Dance at the Monson Gymnasium. The Finn dances will be accompanied by Alexandra Bennett and friends on accordion, fiddle […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
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 […]
Community Contra Dance, Music provided by Birds On A Wire, called by Maggie Robinson. Please Note: If you are looking for directions on google maps, enter ONLY the words "Otisfield […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Music provided by beloved local band, Some Reel People, with caller Allison Aldrich Smith. All dances are taught, no experience needed. Refreshments will be provided. Suggested donation $10. Under 18 […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Ballroom Come join us and dance to welcome in the spring (oh, and just because it's fun). T-Acadie is a well-know local Maine […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
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 […]
On Saturday April 29, from 6-9 pm, Eastport Arts Center will host the Moose Island Contradance Etc. (MICE) band, a talent pool of Washington County’s finest musicians featuring Alice Schuth […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
A monthly contra dance in Portland, Maine. Event details at www.CommonFloorContra.dance
Two hours of ECD every other Wednesday in May, then moving to Tuesdays for the summer, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated […]
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 […]
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 […]
MAY 7, Sunday ~ Waltz Time ~ Special Waltz Workshop* & Open Waltzing ~ Workshop* starts at 2:00-3:00 pm, with workshop* leader Alyssa Adkins and music by Benjamin Foss & […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
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 […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be […]
Yarmouth, 5:00-6:00 Potluck, 6:00-7:00 Family Dance, 7:00-9:00 Contra (7:00-8:00 games for kids) Beginners Welcome! No experience necessary! All dances taught! Come join the All-Comers Band, musicians free! All 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 […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn […]
Two hours of ECD every other Wednesday in May, then moving to Tuesdays for the summer, open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated […]