Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts
Music and Dance for the Maine community
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 Starts 7:30 Open Waltzing We'll end when the magic runs out, somewhere between 8:30 and 10. Cost: $10 to $20 suggested donation We will be […]
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 […]
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 happening February 4th from 7 to 10pm! The host venue for the Dance is still uncertain but the two candidates are right next door to […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 served.
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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, followed by the dance. Bring your dancing shoes, friends, and enjoy a rousing afternoon!
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm: Contra Dance Calling by Hannah Chamberlain Music by Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price) Sound by Alex Hennings Suggested donation: […]
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 if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't pay $15, pay what you can. Even if you have no money, you should […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 spicy dances. When: Sunday, February 26, 20236:45pm Doors Open7:00pm Lesson7:30pm Dance10:00pm Go HomeWhere: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, Portland, ME)Price: $15 Suggested Donation (at the door, […]
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 […]
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 to 10pm at the Cherryfield American Legion Hall! The inimitable Gus LaCasse will be setting the place on fire with his kinetic fiddle playing and […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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, under 18 free, no one turned away for lack of funds. Refreshments will be served.
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 and contrast the different types of Scottish music to which we dance and enhance our ability to appreciate musical aspects of Scottish Country Dancing. Basic […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 19th, 2023 6:45pm Doors Open 7:00pm Lesson 7:30pm Dance 10:00pm Go Home Where: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, Portland, ME) Price: $15 Suggested Donation (at the […]
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 by well known fiddler Ellen Gawler. Let them lift you off the dance floor with their sparkly collection of tunes with feisty delivery. Come early for […]
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 and more! The contra dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith, with music by the band Some Reel People. Refreshments will be served. This […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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, […]
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 Community Hall, Otisfield, Maine" We have found that if the street number is used, google does not know our location!
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 free of charge. No one turned away for lack of funds.
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 band that specializes in all things Acadian. We should have a blast. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers’ orientation 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm: Contra […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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, […]
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 on fiddle, Susan Luthin on octave mandolin and whistle, Joan Lowden on bass, Kara McCrimmon on piano accordion, guitar and Irish whistle, and Jim O’Neil […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 and masked. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid Policy at https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickCOVID.html
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, […]
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 […]
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 & Larry Unger. Open waltzing 3:15-5:00 pm with Benjamin, Larry & the All Comers Band, featuring waltz tunes composed by Larry Unger. At the Unitarian Universalist Church, […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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, […]
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 served.
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 to join in! Tunes will be fun and easy, look for list on 317 website. Calling, Maggie Robinson, Band Leader, Ellen Gawler. Come take part […]
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 dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 and masked. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid Policy at https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickCOVID.html
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 to a Friday evening waltz with Alyssa in Portland. Update: This was going to be Alex and Alyssa, but Alex is going on a dubious weekend adventure, this event will be solo taught by Alyssa. Alex is sad to miss it. WHERE: Portland Yoga Project - 449 Forest Ave Portland, ME WHEN: Friday, May […]
Contra dance on third Fridays in Brooks Maine! At the historic Union Hall, now Marsh River Theater, 24 Monroe HWY in Brooks. John McIntire will call, with music by Alden Robinson and Benjamin Foss
So, please take note! This time slot is the new home of the Cherryfield Contra Dance, which will forevermore take place on the 3rd Saturday of each month. And to celebrate the change.....The Cherryfield Academy Community Center is excited to welcome the venerable group Calliope to perform for this inaugural Contra Dance on Saturday, May […]
Community Contra Dance, Music provided "Better Late Than Never", with Julie and Drexel Gordon. Caller this month is Chris Ricciotti, from Liberty. Please Note: If you are looking for directions on google maps, enter ONLY the words "Otisfield Community Hall, Oxford Road, Otisfield, Maine" We have found that if the street number is used, google […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
A monthly contra dance in Portland, Maine. Event details at www.CommonFloorContra.dance
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, […]
Traditional Finnish dances- schottisches, polkas, waltzes, foxtrots, with Alexandra Conover Bennett and friends providing lively music. The Finn Hall has held these popular dances since the 1940s. All ages welcome. Admission $10, children free. Delicious home-made refreshments will be served. The next dance will be a traditional New England contra dance on June 24.
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Maggie Robinson Music: The Feral Cats (Frank Ferrell, Doug Protsik, Fred White, Paul Mattor) Sound: TBA Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
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 and masked. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid Policy at https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickCOVID.html
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, […]
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 for a full day of workshops, dance, music, and Klezmer mayhem, led by the boisterous and elegiac klezmer band Mamaliga! We are pleased to offer a variety of workshops in Klezmer music and Klezmer dance, led by Mamaliga, and members of Boston-based Levyosn, as well as local favorites Sruli and Lisa, and the Casco Bay Tummlers. We are also […]
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 and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
Two hours of ECD. Open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid Policy at https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickCOVID.html
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, […]
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 served.
Outdoor community contra dance with calling by Chrissy Fowler and music by the Flying Shoes All Comers Band, led by John Pranio, Toki Oshima & Benjamin Foss. All musicians are welcome! Dance starts at 4:00 pm. Bring your own picnic to enjoy after the dancing. Live Outside the Library programs are presented outdoors on the […]
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! […]
Join us for a square dance party! Dancing is 4-6pm, taught and called by the great Will Mentor. No experience or partner necessary. Emily Jeffries and Baron Collins-Hill and friends will provide some old time, southern style dance music. After the dance, join us for a Potluck Dinner and old time music jam. Bring […]
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, […]
If you're not at Fiddle Camp there is only one other place you should be on this particular Saturday night. On Saturday, June 17th from 7 to 10pm the Cherryfield Academy will be hosting a Contra Dance! Blessed by the music of the Big Moose Band from MDI, and exalted by the calling of Chrissy […]
Two hours of ECD. Open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and masked. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the Covid Policy at https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickCOVID.html
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, […]
FREE! Join the Eastport & Lubec ArtWalks and the DownEast Rainbow Alliance for an outdoor contra dance on Friday, June 23rd, from 6-9 pm, presented by the Moose Island Contra Etc. (MICE) band, a talent pool of Washington County’s finest musicians featuring Alice Schuth on fiddle, Susan Luthin on octave mandolin and whistle, Joan Lowden […]
The first contra dance of the season at Monson’s Finn Hall, Rt. 15, Monson, is coming on Saturday, June 24 at 7:00 PM. Enjoy the music of Dexter-based band Some Reel People, with the calling of Allison Aldrich Smith of Atkinson. Traditional contra dances and more. This is a fun and family friendly event for […]
Welcome summer! Come dance in Hallowell on June 24 to the dynamic calling of Chris Ricciotti and the lively music of Gus La Casse, Benjamin Foss, and Mathias Kamin. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm: Contra Dance Calling by Chris Ricciotti Music by Gus La Casse, Benjamin Foss, Mathias […]
A monthly contra dance in Portland, Maine. Event details at www.CommonFloorContra.dance
For centuries, Downeast Maine has flourished as a crossroads for many styles of music and dance: Acadian, Cape Breton, Irish, Scottish and Québécois – just to name a few. The Acadia Trad Festival is dedicated to promoting education and appreciation of these traditions through an annual celebration held June 26-July 2, 2023 at the beautiful […]
There will be a Finn dance at Monson Finn Hall on Route 15 on July 1, 2023 at 7:00 pm. Traditional Finnish dances- schottisches, polkas, waltzes, foxtrots, with Alexandra Conover Bennett and friends providing lively music. The Finn Hall has held these popular dances since the 1940s. All ages welcome. Admission $10, children free. Delicious […]
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 […]
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! […]
Enjoy the music of Some Reel People, with the calling of John McIntire. Traditional contra dances and more. This is a fun and family friendly event for people with all levels of experience. Refreshments will be served. Suggested donation is $10 per person, under 18 free of charge. No one turned away for lack of […]
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 served.
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted. Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29). Masks required Aug 15. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the […]
Contra dance on third Fridays in Brooks Maine! At the historic Union Hall, now Marsh River Theater, 24 Monroe HWY in Brooks. JULY 21st: Chris Ricciotti will call with music by Willy and Moon Clemetson. The next dances are August 18th and September 15th.
Come dance with us into the long summer evening. This month we are featuring some of the real treasures of the Maine Contra Dance tradition. John McIntire will be calling to music by Ellen Gawler, Greg Boardman, and Jessie Boardman. In keeping with John's focus on traditional roots, the calling will use the old terms […]
Join us for our seasonal 5th Saturday Contra Dance at the beautiful and rather wonderful East Vassalboro Grange. Pot luck at 5:30 pm with beginners dance at 7 pm and main dance 7:30 to 10pm. All dances taught , families welcome. For April 29th we had Maggie Robinson caller and the band is T-Acadie who […]
On Saturday July 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 on fiddle, Susan Luthin on octave mandolin and whistle, Joan Lowden on bass, Kara McCrimmon on piano accordion, guitar and Irish whistle, and Jim O’Neil […]
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A monthly contra dance in Portland, Maine. Event details at www.CommonFloorContra.dance
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted. Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29). Masks required Aug 15. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also 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 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 to the next contra dance at Monson’s Finn Hall, Rt. 15, Monson on Saturday, August 5 at 7:00 PM. Enjoy the music of Racket Factory, with the calling of Maggie Robinson. Traditional contra dances and more. This is a fun and family friendly event for people with all levels of experience. Refreshments will be […]
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 served.
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! […]
Two hours of ECD every other Tuesday in June - Aug (Sep/Oct TBD), open to the public. Recorded music. $5 Great caller. Dancers must be fully vaccinated and boosted. Masks strongly recommended but not required (Aug 1, 29). Masks required Aug 15. Dancing starts at 7:00 Doors open at 6:45 For details, see https://folkdancers.org/BrunswickECD.html ,and also the […]
Contra dance on third Fridays in Brooks, Maine! At the historic Union Hall, now Marsh River Theater, 24 Monroe HWY in Brooks. JULY 21st: Chrissy Fowler will call with music by the Maine Fiddle Camp All Stars! It'll be a party! The next dances are September 15th and October 20th.